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Carrie Rikon & Associates

Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY · On-site

Candy Buyer Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of ...

Carrie Rikon & Associates

Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY · On-site

Candy Buyer Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of ...

Carrie Rikon & Associates

Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY · On-site

Candy Buyer Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of ...

Carrie Rikon & Associates

Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY · On-site

Candy Buyer Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of ...

Carrie Rikon & Associates

Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY · On-site

Candy Buyer Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of ...

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Honolulu, HI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Picks up a specified number of candy rows from a moving conveyor belt and places them upright into ... The position requires talking to co-workers; talking on the telephone; responding to written or ...

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Candy Packer (Night Shift)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Hand-scoops candy from a moving conveyor belt, packs and weighs cartons, stacks and loads cartons ... The position requires talking to co-workers; talking on the telephone; responding to written or ...

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Candy Packer (Day Shift)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Picks up a specified number of candy rows from a moving conveyor belt and places them upright into ... The position requires talking to co-workers; talking on the telephone; responding to written or ...

TreeHouse Foods

Candy Packer

Womelsdorf, PA · On-site

$21.45/hr

Candy Packer About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods ... An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for candy worker in the United States is $14.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.54 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a candy worker?

Candy workers are professionals who are involved in the production, packaging, and quality control of candies and other confectionery products. They may work in factories, bakeries, or specialty candy shops, performing tasks like mixing ingredients, operating machinery, molding, and decorating candies. Candy workers need to follow strict hygiene and safety standards to ensure products are safe and of high quality. Their role is essential in bringing a wide variety of sweets to consumers around the world.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a candy worker?

To thrive as a Candy Worker, you need a strong understanding of food safety, attention to detail, and basic math skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with confectionery equipment, production lines, and adherence to health and safety standards is essential. Strong teamwork, manual dexterity, and reliability are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure the efficient and safe production of high-quality candy products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges candy workers face in maintaining product quality during high-volume production periods?

Candy Workers often encounter challenges related to maintaining consistent product quality, especially during peak seasons when production volumes increase. This can involve closely monitoring temperature, timing, and ingredient measurements, as even small deviations can affect texture or flavor. Additionally, workers must adhere to strict hygiene and safety standards while working quickly, which requires attention to detail and good teamwork. Being proactive in communicating with supervisors and colleagues helps ensure issues are addressed before they impact the final product.

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Candy Buyer

Great Neck, NY • On-site

Carrie Rikon & Associates
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Candy Buyer

Salary 75K-85K Plus Bonus and Benefits

Working onsite at our corporate office in Great Neck, NY

Wholesale Food Company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. Works closely with the Sr. Director of Purchasing and Senior Buyers to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for promotionally active categories and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures product in accordance with all policies and procedures established by the company.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Order products to meet forecasted demand.
  • Obtain best possible product costs, quality and service at all times.
  • Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to.
  • Strive to obtain inventory and turn goals, while maintaining service level and minimizing distress.

* Interface with various departments and division personnel to accomplish job functions. Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors, store operations, distribution center and division office personnel.

  • Review acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need.
  • Assess current inventory, market conditions, availability, and promotional impact to forecast order quantities and make recommendations to the merchandising team.
  • Conduct post-promotional reviews and analysis to determine if promotional requirements were met and develop solutions for problem areas.
  • Review and resolve inventory issues at store level as a result of allocations or order issues. * Review and analyze daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, quality, service level, inventory turns, and distress and make adjustments as needed.
  • Visit stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback and to assess overall implementation effectiveness.
  • Manage Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced.
  • Resolve store billing questions by researching discrepancies submitted at store level with Store Billing and entering credits where appropriate or providing resolution.
  • Maintain all necessary department files and records.
  • Coordinate with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility, in a timely manner.
  • Remote access (buying system) from home or off site location when necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 8 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in industry or retail: grocery, candy, beverage experience a plus.
  • Marketing/Logistics experience preferred or strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
  • Understanding of grocery procurement, logistics, inventory management, marketing, accounting and financial management practices
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills; ability to take initiative and make fact- based decisions.
  • Ability to plan and organize effectively.
  • Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships both internally and externally.
  • Strong computer aptitude in MS Office including Word and Excel.
  • Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development

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