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Retail Food Buyer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Buyer

Crestwood, IL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Food & Paper Supply , an established food and paper distributor located in the south suburbs of ... At least two years of retail buying experience required. * Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics ...

Buyer

Hammond, LA · On-site

Description: Purchasing Buyer - Food Service Supplies S&W Wholesale Foods, Louisiana's leading ... the food service or retail industry - Strong understanding of inventory management and ...

Associate's or Bachelor's degree; or equivalent retail experience. * 3-7 years of experience in a Buying role * 6+ years of experience in the retail industry * Buying, inventory management and ...

Buyer

Muskegon, MI · On-site

$15/hr

Free food & snacks * Opportunity for advancement Our Company & Culture: Love fashion, clothing, and ... We carry thousands of mall and luxury brands at up to 80% off regular retail prices. We aim to make ...

Buyer

Ogden, UT · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Description The Buyer supports purchasing activities across production orders, retail inventory ... Experience working with food and beverage vendors or distributors * Familiarity with customs ...

Buyer

Ogden, UT · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The Buyer supports purchasing activities across production orders, retail inventory, operating ... Experience working with food and beverage vendors or distributors * Familiarity with customs ...

Buyer

Ogden, UT · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Coordinate retail buying and inventory replenishment activities for operating supplies, merchandise ... Experience working with food and beverage vendors or distributors * Familiarity with customs ...

... retail, wholesale fresh buying or relatedarea. * Experience in a grocery, wholesale, food ... manufacturing or food industry environment preferred. * Strong verbal and written communication ...

The Buyer I is responsible for the purchasing and timely delivery of products for specialized ... ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies ...

... retail, wholesale fresh buying or related area. * Experience in a grocery, wholesale, food ... manufacturing or food industry environment preferred. * Strong verbal and written communication ...

Floral Buyer

Byron Township, MI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... retail, wholesale fresh buying or related area. * Experience in a grocery, wholesale, food ... manufacturing or food industry environment preferred. * Strong verbal and written communication ...

$60 - $80/hr

... retail, wholesale fresh buying or related area. * Experience in a grocery, wholesale, food ... manufacturing or food industry environment preferred. * Strong verbal and written communication ...

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How much do retail food buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail food buyer in the United States is $18.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Retail Food Buyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,477 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Buyer

Crestwood, IL • On-site

R&R Human Resources Solutions
1 - 10 employees

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Food & Paper Supply, an established food and paper distributor located in the south suburbs of Chicago (Alsip), is seeking a Buyer. The Buyerwill coordinates the procurement of products and supplies for resale. This person should have the ability to work well under pressure, independently and be a team player.
Responsibilities
  • Oversees and maintains current inventory, including tracking of back orders.
  • Researches, analyzes, and forecasts current and future buying trends, markets, styles, and products, with attention to specified target market and demographics.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with wholesalers and suppliers.
  • Negotiates contracts with wholesalers and suppliers.
  • Creates Purchase Orders.
  • Assesses financial risks of purchases.
  • Attends trade shows, product exhibitions, and conferences to maintain current understanding of new products and trends.
Technical Qualifications
  • At least two years of retail buying experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or related field preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Ability to compile information and make decisions.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to build a rewarding career as a Buyer within a supportive and growing organization.
Please note: This is an in-person role based in Alsip, IL. Applicants must be located in the Chicago area and available to work full-time on-site. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Salary: $20 - 25/hour