Prepared Foods Order Coordinator

Company: Whole Foods Market
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

### Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Prepared Foods Order Writer to join our team at Whole Foods Market. As a key member of our Prepared Foods department, you will be responsible for purchasing and replenishing food products, monitoring inventory control, and participating in regional programs for purchasing and promotions.

### Responsibilities

* Purchase and replenish food products through proper buying procedures
* Monitor and act upon open PO reports for both purchases and credits in an accurate and timely manner
* Control spoilage and shrink, achieve turn goals, and participate in inventory
* Complete spoilage, sampling, temperature, and sweep worksheets as required
* Assist with counter service and cooking as scheduled or as necessary
* Communicate with the Kitchen Manager/ Chef and Team Leader on ordering needs and issues
* Maintain positive working relationships with vendors
* Work with the Team Leader or Assistant Team Leader(s) to cost recipes
* Oversee customer special order procedures
* Support leadership in conducting inventories
* Maintain financial profitability by meeting and exceeding purchasing and sales targets

### Qualifications

* 1+ years of Buying/Merchandising experience
* Extensive product knowledge, including production, distribution, seasonal availability, advances, and trends
* Ability to create and negotiate price bids
* Familiarity and/or willingness to learn about products, nutritional information, and other areas of study
* Working knowledge and application of all Prepared Foods merchandising expectations
* Complete understanding of WFM margin program and profitability
* Ability to educate team on product knowledge and convey enthusiasm
* Strong basic math skills
* Knowledge and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and ordering systems
* Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
* Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors
* Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members
* Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills
* Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market
* Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency
* Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals

### Working Conditions

* Must be able to lift 50 pounds
* In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours
* Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
* Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
* Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
* Exposure to temperatures: 90 degrees Fahrenheit
* Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
* Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives, box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
* May require use of ladders

### Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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