Purchasing Agent

Buying and negotiating for the lowest cost and best quality food and dessert items available. Prepare inventory control reports, update, and track inventory database. Inspect and dispose of expired inventory. Forecast future inventory requirements and manage inventory. Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures. Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers. Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory. Identify and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner. Must be able to stay abreast of Turkish/middle eastern food industry and customer preferences and demands and update inventory as needed. Interview and select potential vendors who can provide quality Turkish/middle eastern dessert and food items. Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships. Review shipping process and work to improve efficiency and reduce cost. Place orders to replenish stock while avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus. Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc. $79830/yr. Requires Highschool Diploma or foreign equivalent. Requires 2 years of relevant experience working with Turkish/Mediterranean food items and desserts, knowledge in importing perishable food items, and dealing with importing issues.