Buyer - Seattle, United States - Visions Espresso
Description
Who We Are Looking For:
As Visions Espresso gears up for further growth, we are seeking a Purchaser who is passionate about coffee equipment, parts, and accessories. This key role focuses on optimizing our supply chain and procurement strategies to support our ambitious expansion in the coffee industry. It's about more than just buying; it's about forging strong supplier relationships, mastering inventory management, and ensuring we have the best and most innovative products on the shelves.
The Role:
Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that Visions Espresso is stocked with the highest quality coffee equipment, parts, and accessories. You will manage our supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and analyze market trends to keep our offerings competitive and compelling. Your adeptness at procurement will support our commitment to exceptional customer service and operational excellence, ensuring we remain the go-to provider for coffee businesses.
Your Impact:
In this position, you will drive the efficiency and effectiveness of our procurement processes. By strategically sourcing the best products, you will enhance our product lineup, improve our service offerings, and ultimately contribute to our growth and customer satisfaction. Your work will directly impact our ability to meet sales targets, improve margins, and strengthen our market presence.
What You Will Do:
You will oversee the procurement of coffee equipment, parts, and accessories, ensuring we offer the best to our customers. You'll work closely with our Service and Sales Departments to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory levels. Additionally, your keen eye for detail and negotiation skills will ensure that we secure the best prices and terms, enhancing our competitive edge.
The Day to Day:
This role is a full-time, hourly position based at our dynamic SODO headquarters in Seattle, working Monday to Friday with some flexibility to meet operational demands. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance contributions, a 401k plan, paid time off, employee discounts, and, of course, endless specialty coffee from our state-of-the-art training center.
If you are ready to take on this critical role and contribute to our legacy of excellence in the coffee industry, we invite you to apply. Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and how you can help us continue to provide the best in coffee equipment and service.
About Visions Espresso:
For over three decades, Visions Espresso has led the charge in not only selling but fully supporting commercial espresso and coffee equipment. From café concept development to comprehensive maintenance and emergency repairs, our integrated approach ensures that we remain a cornerstone of the coffee community. Join us as we continue to elevate the coffee experience from our vibrant base in Seattle.