Used Restaurant Equipment Purchaser

Company Overview

ACityDiscount is a prominent retailer specializing in new and used restaurant equipment and supplies, serving the foodservice industry for over 40 years. Our extensive 60,000 square foot showroom and warehouse enable us to maintain a wide inventory of products, offering customers competitive prices and a secure online shopping experience. We are committed to providing tailored solutions that meet each buyer’s unique needs.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Used Restaurant Equipment Purchaser to join our procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing high-quality used restaurant equipment, negotiating favorable contracts, and managing supplier relationships. Your expertise will ensure the efficient acquisition of products that align with our quality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering value-driven restaurant solutions through strategic sourcing and procurement management.

Individuals who have worked for restaurant equipment manufacturers will be highly considered.

Duties

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers of used restaurant equipment through sourcing strategies aligned with category management principles.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement policies for purpose of reselling.
• Monitoring of used equipment inventory and verifying availability of items
• Network with food chains.
• Support Used Equipment Operations planning by forecasting demand and coordinating procurement schedules accordingly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement management within the restaurant equipment or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant equipment industry is required.
• Electrical engineering knowledge and understanding of refrigeration principles is a plus.
• Effective communication skills for negotiating and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments while maintaining attention to detail.
• Solid PC skills, proficiency and working knowledge of standard office software, such as Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel) with an aptitude to learn in-house database system.

If you possess a strategic mindset coupled with a passion for procurement excellence, we encourage you to apply for this vital role within our team. Join us in delivering high-quality used restaurant equipment that meets the evolving needs of our customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person