Seafood Merchandising Manager
Union City, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
Seafood Merchandising Manager
Location: Union City, CA | On-site
Compensation: $70,000–$105,000 annually.
Position Overview
Plan and manage seafood purchasing and merchandising to maintain product availability, quality, service, and cost-effective supply for a multi-location grocery retailer.
Responsibilities
• Identify and qualify seafood suppliers; negotiate weekly pricing and quantities.
• Select vendors based on continuity of supply, service, quality, value, and market knowledge.
• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve invoicing, product, and delivery issues.
• Select products based on market needs, performance, alternate supply sources, and vendor reputation.
• Set order quantities using store demand, inventory capacity, promotions, and market conditions.
• Provide product and pricing information to regional stores and recommend pricing structures based on volume and margin.
• Prepare and process daily requisitions and purchase orders and expedite orders as needed.
• Establish product order policies and lead times; request and evaluate supplier quotes.
• Review supplier performance, quality, and delivery and negotiate lead-time or stocking improvements.
• Monitor market and product trends, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural business, marketing, supply chain management, or another business-related field.
• 3+ years of seafood purchasing, wholesale, retail, or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of seafood markets, product trends, and pricing strategies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and travel or work limited weekends and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regional travel.
• Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with 4% company match, paid time off, employee discount, and long-term service award.
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Location: Union City, CA | On-site
Compensation: $70,000–$105,000 annually.
Position Overview
Plan and manage seafood purchasing and merchandising to maintain product availability, quality, service, and cost-effective supply for a multi-location grocery retailer.
Responsibilities
• Identify and qualify seafood suppliers; negotiate weekly pricing and quantities.
• Select vendors based on continuity of supply, service, quality, value, and market knowledge.
• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve invoicing, product, and delivery issues.
• Select products based on market needs, performance, alternate supply sources, and vendor reputation.
• Set order quantities using store demand, inventory capacity, promotions, and market conditions.
• Provide product and pricing information to regional stores and recommend pricing structures based on volume and margin.
• Prepare and process daily requisitions and purchase orders and expedite orders as needed.
• Establish product order policies and lead times; request and evaluate supplier quotes.
• Review supplier performance, quality, and delivery and negotiate lead-time or stocking improvements.
• Monitor market and product trends, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural business, marketing, supply chain management, or another business-related field.
• 3+ years of seafood purchasing, wholesale, retail, or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of seafood markets, product trends, and pricing strategies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, and travel or work limited weekends and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regional travel.
• Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Benefits include medical, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with 4% company match, paid time off, employee discount, and long-term service award.
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