SENIOR BUYER

The Senior Buyer is responsible for complying with the commercial budgets of assigned categories by defining, executing, and monitoring purchasing and pricing strategies. This role analyzes market conditions and continuously seeks new products, suppliers, and commercial alternatives to strengthen product positioning, profitability, and ensure timely supply with required quality standards.

The Senior Buyer supports Valley Supermarkets’ operations, including grocery, produce, cold deli, hot deli (Mexican cuisine specialty), and meat departments, as well as our meat market serving both retail and wholesale customers.

This is a salary-exempt position with a full benefits package.

Core Responsibilities

• Propose and follow up on short- and medium-term work plans for assigned product categories, considering market information, sales performance, and consumer behavior
• Quote, compare, and evaluate supplier proposals by analyzing price, quality, service levels, and commercial terms to secure the best option for the company
• Identify business opportunities through frequent visits to Valley Supermarkets locations and competitor stores
• Monitor weekly compliance with sales, margins, profitability, and inventory days, analyzing deviations and proposing corrective action plans
• Support improvement and innovation initiatives for grocery, deli, and meat products, including packaging and assortment enhancements
• Coordinate with operations and department leadership to ensure purchasing strategies align with menu offerings, promotions, and seasonal demand
• Participate in market visits and travel related to store openings, supplier development, and category strategy execution
• Ensure continuous product availability while maintaining inventory control and budget compliance

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in:
• Buying / procurement
• Supplier negotiation
• Inventory management
• Administrative or commercial analysis
• Experience with in grocery retail, food service, meat, or deli operations strongly preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following (or related field):
  • Business Administration
  • International Business
  • Foreign Trade / Supply Chain / Commerce

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Inventory and margin management expertise
• Market analysis and competitive benchmarking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• ERP or purchasing system experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: To be discussed (Exempt position)
• Benefits include:
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

About Valley Supermarkets

Valley Supermarkets operates in El Paso, Texas, offering groceries, fresh produce, cold deli, and a signature hot deli featuring authentic Mexican food, along with a meat market supporting both retail and wholesale customers. We are committed to quality, value, and strong supplier partnerships.