Hiring: Frozen Grocery Buyer (1152210) Company: The Judge Group Location: Sumter, SC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 11:53:08 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •2+ years purchasing frozen groceries Required Skills: •If you’re a buyer who thrives in fast‑moving frozen categories — fries, vegetables, fruit, baked goods, ice cream •This role puts you at the center of a high‑volume distribution network that feeds restaurants, healthcare, hospitality, and more. •You’ll shape purchasing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and ensure customers get the frozen products they rely on every day. •Purchase frozen grocery items from national and regional suppliers •Track market conditions, pricing trends, and commodity movement •Negotiate pricing, freight, terms, and delivery schedules •Maintain strong in‑stock levels while minimizing shrink and aging •Evaluate suppliers, pack sizes, and product alternatives Qualifications: •High School Diploma/GED (Associate or Bachelor’s preferred) •In-depth knowledge of specs, supplier dynamics, and market behavior •Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor‑management skills •Proficiency with Microsoft Office + ERP/procurement systems •Strong analytical skills and attention to detail •Demonstrated capacity to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment •Frozen grocery is one of the most dynamic, high‑volume categories in foodservice — and you’ll be the one steering it. Your decisions will shape pricing, supplier strategy, inventory health, and customer satisfaction across a massive distribution network. •If you want a role where your expertise matters and your career trajectory is upward, Sumter is the place to make your mark. •#JDP #FrozenGroceryBuyer #PurchasingJobs #FoodDistribution #SupplyChainCareers #SumterSC #ProcurementJobs #NowHiring •This job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com Compensation: •Up to $108K total compensation (salary and bonus) in year one Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!