The Company serves as the purchasing headquarters for one of Supermarket chains, which is the largest Asian American supermarket in the U.S. Located in Carlstadt, NJ. It sources product domestically as well as imports and distributes product from throughout Asia, South America and Europe.
 

The Merchandising & Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods at the best possible price and quality while ensuring appropriate lead times. This role involves managing vendor relationships, monitoring inventory, conducting market research, and optimizing cost and gross margins. The position also requires strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners to support efficient operations and business growth.
 

• Negotiate and procure products from suppliers, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and quantity.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, monitoring performance and compliance with contractual agreements.
• Process purchase orders, verify invoices, and manage supplier communications.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, pricing data, and procurement systems.
• Monitor and update cost structures to ensure profitability and efficiency.
• Analyze gross profit trends and take corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct industry research to identify trends, competitive offerings, and market opportunities.
• Generate and analyze reports on sales, purchasing performance, and supplier efficiency.
• Support decision-making processes by providing data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Supply Chain, Marketing, and Pricing, to streamline procurement and merchandising processes.
• Assist stores with operational needs, including product availability and issue resolution.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure adherence to company standards.
   

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in merchandising, sourcing, or supply chain roles. Experience in the food or wholesale industry is a plus.
• Bilingual Preferred (Korean and English)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), and SAP B1.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
   

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(K)
• PTO