Purchaser

About Corfini Meat & Seafood

Corfini Meat & Seafood is a premium food processing and wholesale food distribution company operating facilities across multiple states. We are known for high standards in food safety, quality, and operational execution, supported by well maintained production environments and reliable equipment systems. We invest in our people, our equipment, and the processes that keep our operations running safely and efficiently.

From our warehouses in Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, South San Francisco, San Diego, and Palm Springs, we proudly serve a diverse customer base—including restaurants, grocers, catering companies, food trucks, corporate food service, healthcare, and educational facilities across the West Coast. Our customers consistently recognize us as a leading distributor within the protein industry. Our company continues to grow while staying true to our core values: delivering sustainable, locally focused programs, providing exceptional customer service, and offering competitive pricing. As a chef driven organization, we are committed to being an unrivaled leader and educator in all proteins, nose to tail.

Role Overview

Purchasing, inventory management, and coordination of protein products to meet customer demand and business objectives. This position works closely with suppliers, sales, warehouse, and operations teams to help maintain product availability, monitor inventory levels, and ensure timely product replenishment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Purchase fresh, frozen, and value-added protein products.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and maintain purchasing records.
• Communicate with vendors regarding orders, pricing, product availability, and delivery schedules.
• Track and update product costs and maintain pricing information.
• Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to ensure product availability and accurate inventory levels.
• Review sales trends and inventory reports to support purchasing decisions.
• Resolve issues related to product shortages, quality concerns, and delivery discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier information, contracts, and product specifications.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels to reduce shortages, minimize excess stock, and prevent product waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Agriculture, Food Science, or a related field preferred.
• 3 + years of experience in food (meat and/or seafood) purchasing.
• Meat and/or seafood industry experience strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of inventory management and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of protein products and industry terminology.
• Experience working with inventory or ERP systems.
• Ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Willingness to learn purchasing strategies, vendor negotiations, and market trends.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally visit warehouse and refrigerated storage areas.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Experience:

• food (meat & seafood) purchasing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person