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Eastside Food Cooperative

Produce Buyer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Morning & Weekend Availability Required* PURPOSE: Produce Buyers provide excellent customer service and participate in receiving, prepping and stocking quality produce and products, and are positive ...

Class Produce Group LLC

Produce Buyer

Jessup, MD · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Description The Produce Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring fresh fruits and vegetables for retail or wholesale operations. This role involves building relationships with suppliers ...

Eastside Food Cooperative

Produce Buyer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$20/hr

Morning & Weekend Availability Required* PURPOSE: Produce Buyers provide excellent customer service and participate in receiving, prepping and stocking quality produce and products, and are positive ...

Spokane Produce, Inc.

PRODUCE BUYER

Spokane, WA · On-site

$30/hr

... Produce Buyer to add to our team. JOB SUMMARY: As a member of our Buying team, this position is responsible for identifying and procuring conventional and organic products for our Retail, Wholesale ...

Spokane Produce

PRODUCE BUYER

Spokane, WA · On-site

$30/hr

... Produce Buyer to add to our team. JOB SUMMARY: As a member of our Buying team, this position is responsible for identifying and procuring conventional and organic products for our Retail, Wholesale ...

Spokane Produce, Inc.

PRODUCE BUYER

Spokane, WA · On-site

$30/hr

... Produce Buyer to add to our team. JOB SUMMARY: As a member of our Buying team, this position is responsible for identifying and procuring conventional and organic products for our Retail, Wholesale ...

Blue Signal Search

Produce Buyer

Queens, NY · On-site

Our client is seeking a Produce Buyer to help grow their product assortment, strengthen pricing strategy, and maintain exceptional product quality. You will manage supplier partnerships, support ...

Bandwagon Brokerage LLC

Buyer - Produce

Vernon, CA

Produce Buyer About Bandwagon Established in 1988, Bandwagon is a highly respected wholesale produce provider. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality fresh specialty produce in all categories ...

Bandwagon Brokerage LLC

Buyer - Produce

Vernon, CA · On-site

Produce Buyer About Bandwagon Established in 1988, Bandwagon is a highly respected wholesale produce provider. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality fresh specialty produce in all categories ...

Bandwagon Brokerage LLC

Buyer - Produce

Vernon, CA

$70K - $90K/yr

Produce Buyer About Bandwagon Established in 1988, Bandwagon is a highly respected wholesale produce provider. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality fresh specialty produce in all categories ...

Charlie's Produce

Associate Produce Buyer

Irwindale, CA · On-site

$26 - $29/hr

Company Description Charlie's Produce - Who We Are Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale ... Coordinates activities with other buyers under the direction of the regional procurement manager ...

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How much do weekend produce buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend produce buyer in the United States is $26.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $35.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Produce Buyer vs Weekend Grocery Clerk?

AspectWeekend Produce BuyerWeekend Grocery Clerk
Primary RoleProcures fresh produce, negotiates with suppliers, manages inventoryAssists customers, stocks shelves, handles sales transactions
CredentialsKnowledge of produce, supply chain understanding, possibly relevant certificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent, customer service skills
Work EnvironmentWholesale or retail grocery stores, produce departmentsRetail grocery stores, customer-facing
Industry UsageCommon in grocery chains, wholesale produce marketsWidespread in retail grocery stores

The Weekend Produce Buyer focuses on sourcing and purchasing fresh produce, requiring supply chain knowledge and negotiation skills. In contrast, the Weekend Grocery Clerk primarily assists customers and stocks shelves. Both roles are vital in grocery retail but differ significantly in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Produce Buyer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,442 per year, or $26.7 per hour.
Produce Buyer

Produce Buyer

Eastside Food Cooperative

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Produce Buyer
REPORTS TO: Produce Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Hourly Employee
DEPARTMENT: Produce Department
*Morning & Weekend Availability Required*
PURPOSE:
Produce Buyers provide excellent customer service and participate in receiving, prepping and stocking quality produce and products, and are positive contributors to the Produce team. Produce Buyers are responsible for ensuring the accurate purchase and delivery of goods while maintaining positive relationships with vendors. In addition, Produce Buyers assist in coordinating department workflow, provide leadership, provide oversight and training, and ensure that department and storewide policies and procedures are followed.
ALL CO-OP STAFF WILL:
  • Use all available tools and resources in order to provide excellent and knowledgeable customer service to all customers, coworkers, and vendors
  • Communicate professionally and respectfully with everyone you encounter while at work
  • Adhere to all store and department policies and procedures
  • Demonstrate regular, predictable good attendance
  • Attend huddles and meetings as scheduled
  • Commit to contributing to a positive, team-building work environment

ALL PRODUCE STAFF WILL:
  • Stock all produce display areas in accordance with established procedures
  • Receive and store product orders as directed
  • Maintain a fully stocked and clean department
  • Responsibly fulfill all health code requirements regarding product handling and record-keeping
  • Complete tasks as assigned by the department manager
  • Follow all Eastside Food Co-op and Produce Department policies and procedures
  • Participate in all department communication systems

PRODUCE BUYER ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
PURCHASING
  • Inventory, order, and receive product in a manner that supports departmental goals for sales, margin, pricing, shrink, promotions, and displays
  • Occasionally develop and maintain the tools needed to achieve purchasing goals (e.g. order guides, shrink logs, vendor lists, delivery schedules, etc.)
  • Ensure that all invoices are properly coded and submitted in a timely manner; obtain credit from suppliers as needed
  • Accurately record and process special orders
  • Research product availability, price, and quality issues
  • Ensure that receiving procedures are properly followed
  • Participate in quarterly inventory counts as directed
  • Practice proper back stock product management and rotation
  • Ensure clean and accurate retail signage

SUPERVISION
  • Provide leadership and supervision to produce staff.
  • Model supportive and participatory leadership qualities, promoting team building and cooperation. Motivate staff to achieve departmental goals.
  • Participate in staff training and ensure that all training protocols are followed.
  • Monitor employee customer service, work performance, and adherence to co-op policies and procedures. Provide positive feedback and coaching as needed. Communicate all staff-related issues to the Produce Manager and Assistant Manager.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:
  • Passion for high quality produce, natural foods and co-ops
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • The ability to balance multiple priorities
  • Computer skills (Excel, Word, email, point-of-sale)
  • Self-motivation; comfortable taking initiative and prioritizing tasks
  • Desire to grow skills and knowledge
  • Weekend and early morning availability
  • Regular, predictable attendance
  • The ability to work with limited and no supervision
  • Purchasing experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Standing, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, and walking for extended periods of time per shift
  • Repetitive bending and lifting of loads up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling carts weighing up to 400 pounds
  • Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
  • Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation

Important Notice: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Eastside Food Co-op reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.

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