Category Buyer - Perishable

Position Title: Category Buyer - Perishable

Department: Supply Chain

Position Reports to: Supply Chain Supervisor/Director

Build Your Career with Canada’s Largest Canadian‑Owned Foodservice Distributor

At Flanagan Foodservice, we’re more than a distribution network — we’re a proudly Canadian, family‑owned company built on integrity, teamwork, and a commitment to helping our customers thrive. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Category Buyer who shares our passion for service excellence and wants to make a meaningful impact every day.

If you’re energized by problem‑solving, love working with great people, and want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of our Supply Chain team, you’ll ensure our customers always have the products they need — when they need them. You’ll take ownership of a diverse product portfolio and play a critical role in keeping our distribution centres running smoothly.

• Forecast & Replenish a wide range of food and beverage items to maintain continuous supply across our DC network.

• Optimize Inventory by achieving targets for inventory levels, turns, and fill rates.

• Manage Vendor Relationships through timely purchase orders and proactive communication with suppliers and carriers.

• Support Market Growth by maintaining accurate cost and pricing profiles.

• Share Market Insights with Sales and Category Management to help guide customer conversations and business decisions.

• Lead Seasonal & Promo Planning to ensure we’re ready for peak demand.

• Protect Product Quality by managing shelf life, capacity, and obsolete inventory.

• Analyze KPIs to drive smarter decisions and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate Cross‑Functionally with Sales and Category Management to execute product strategies and support profitable case volume.

• Champion Safety & Quality by following all Health & Safety, Food Safety, WHMIS, and QA practices.

What You Bring

You’re someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in doing things right. You’re organized, analytical, and always thinking one step ahead.

• 3+ years in Supply Chain Planning or Category Buying

• Experience in the food & beverage industry

• Strong understanding of inventory management

• Post‑secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

• Experience with ERP systems and forecasting tools

• Advanced Excel skills

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities

• Proven ability to prioritize, problem‑solve, and stay calm under pressure

• Experience managing large product portfolios

Who You Are

• Solutions‑oriented and customer‑focused

• Highly organized with strong time‑management skills

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team

• Energized by a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

• Proud of the work you do and the people you do it with

Why You’ll Love Working at Flanagan

At Flanagan Foodservice, you’re not just joining a company — you’re joining a community. We take care of our people, celebrate wins together, and support each other through challenges. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, contribute to meaningful work, and be part of a team that values respect, trust, and doing the right thing.