Join the Corner Grocery Team as a GROCERY BUYER III. Our buyers work closely as a team to curate local and organic foods and products for the Corner. Each buyer has primary responsibility over their assigned departments, which includes ordering product within store parameters, maintaining a consistent product supply, adjusting purchasing to seasonal fluctuations and trends, and keeping a close eye on inventory and margins.

The person we seek has excellent decision-making abilities, quickly interprets reports and data, maintains accurate inventory, utilizes effective merchandising, and has a deep appreciation for local food systems. Wholesale buying and pricing experience is preferred. Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite preferred. Daily responsibilities include receiving and stocking their sets, reviewing sales and inventory data, placing orders online and via phone, working with vendors and teammates, and assisting the clerks as needed. 

Grocery Buyer III (wage range $24.00-$29.26) has advanced purchasing responsibilities, excellent judgment, and thrives in a collaborative work environment. This is a full time position, 4 days per week, 32-36 hours per week. The schedule will include one weekend day. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, employee discounts, profit-sharing and access to an Employee Assistance Program. 

Interviews for this position will begin in August. This position is open until filled. 

To apply, please fill out our online application (click below), and send a resume and cover letter describing your background and interest to admin@chimacumcorner.com. Feel free to contact Bruce, our Grocery Manager, with any questions, or simply to introduce yourself.