Warehouse Jobs

Lead Produce Buyer

Why 1932 Specialty Produce & Meat?

Consider a career in food! As a division of Saval Foodservice, we believe that we have a corporate and social responsibility to give back and support our local community through philanthropic initiatives and partnerships with local nonprofits and trade organizations.

In 2020 alone, Saval Foodservice worked to distribute and donate over 15,000 boxes of food goods in partnership with Johns Hopkins.

Our operations team is led by Senior Vice President Gary Peisach, who is a sitting board member of Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, a non-profit that tackles feeding impoverished and elderly clients in the Baltimore region.

One of our most successful Saval Cares Initiatives is our annual charity golf tournament that has raised over $350,000 for the Children’s Cancer Foundation since its inception over 19 years ago.

We’re a proud allied member of the Restaurant Association of Maryland, the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, UniPro Buying Group, and the International Association of Foodservice Distributors.

Why Saval Foodservice?

While Saval does big business, the feel of working for Saval is intentionally small. As an independent company with experienced and accessible management, we’re able to make improvements, address issues, and update systems quickly and efficiently. As an employee of Saval, you will help us deliver on our promise of exceptional service to our restaurant and hospitality customers.

Corporate Social Responsibility

At Saval, we believe that we have a responsibility to give back and support our local community through philanthropic initiatives and partnerships with local nonprofits and trade organizations.  

In 2020 alone, Saval Foodservice worked to distribute and donate over 15,000 boxes of food goods in partnership with Johns Hopkins.

Our operations team is led by Senior Vice President Gary Peisach, who is a sitting board member of Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, a non-profit that tackles feeding impoverished and elderly clients in the Baltimore region.

One of our most successful Saval Cares Initiatives is our annual charity golf tournament that has raised over $350,000 for the Children’s Cancer Foundation since its inception over 19 years ago.

We’re a proud allied member of the Restaurant Association of Maryland, the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, UniPro Buying Group, and the International Association of Foodservice Distributors.

Recognized by the Baltimore Business Journal as a winning Family Owned Business for 2022. Saval Foods LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

The Benefits of Working for Saval Foodservice

We want our employees to feel they can grow with us. Many companies claim their benefits are “comprehensive”, but we’ve taken a whole-human and whole-company approach to employee benefits.

Our Employee Assistance Program is robust and offers a variety of support services like Mental Health Counseling, Legal Advice, Travel Assistance and more.

Take control of your health with our robust options for health, dental and vision insurance, or create a custom plan with additional AFLAC or FSA benefits.

Full Time
job schedule:
Full Time, Sunday-Thursday 8:00pm-Finish
qualifications:
  • In-depth knowledge of agricultural markets, produce varieties, and seasonality.
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions and work in a fast-paced environment.
experience:
  • Proven experience as a produce buyer or in a similar procurement role within the food industry.
  • Experience with procurement software is a plus.
skills:
  • Source and purchase a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms, growers, and suppliers.
  • Work with our buying group, ProAct, to source produce from the West Coast.
  • Monitor market trends, commodity prices, and weather patterns to anticipate supply fluctuations and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with farmers and suppliers to secure reliable sources of high-quality produce.
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to optimize cost-effectiveness and maintain profitability.
  • Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and efficient inventory management.
  • Conduct regular quality inspections of incoming produce to ensure adherence to our standards and specifications.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies and support customer needs.
  • Analyze sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product expansion and improvement.
compensation:

$80,000 per year

benefits:
401K + Matching
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off
Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program