vancouver bc food purchaser Jobs – 14 Openings This Week

Buyer
Van-Whole Produce —Vancouver, BC
- $55,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Procurement Specialist (Lifestyle Focus)-Mandarin Speaker
Fantuan Technology Ltd. —Richmond, BC
- $3,500–$4,000 a month
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Buyer
Dan-D-Pak —Richmond, BC
- $47,289.96–$65,373.22 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- English
- Store discount
- Dental care
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Category Buyer - Grocery, Frozen, Non-Food
Northland Properties —Vancouver, BC
- $80,000–$110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Hotel
- Analysis skills
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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14d
senior buyer - purchasing
Seven Seas Fish Co. Ltd. —Richmond, BC
- $36.60–$38.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
- English
- Dental care
- Paid time off
13d
Protein Buyer
Sysco Canada —Vancouver, BC
- $62,300–$100,000 a year
- Sales
- Merchandising
- ERP systems
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
Meat Procurement Manager
TASTE FORWARD HOLDINGS INC. —Vancouver, BC
- $50,000–$80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
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Senior Buyer - Purchasing
7seas Fish Company Ltd —Richmond, BC
- $36.60–$38.00 an hour
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Assistant Buyer
T&T Supermarket —Richmond, BC
- $50,000–$65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Dental care
- Vision care
Purchaser, Electrical Components
Food Process Solutions —Richmond, BC
- $50,000–$65,000 a year
- Immediate opening
- ERP systems
- English
- Communication skills
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Warehouse/Procurement Supervisor
Boiling Point Group —Richmond, BC
- $4,000 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Sourcing Coordinator
Just Quality International Inc —North York, ON
Familiarity with pricing structures, freight/logistics inputs, and cost drivers. Support post-mortem analysis (win/loss insights, feedback tracking).
$55,000–$65,000 a year
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Assistant Buyer
T&T Supermarket —Markham, ON
Reporting to the Category Manager, the Assistant Buyer, is responsible to provide assistance and support to the Buying team of the assigned category by…
$50,000–$65,000 a year

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Buyer

Van-Whole Produce -
Vancouver, BC

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
$55,000–$60,000 a year

Qualifications

Mandarin
Sourcing
Procurement
Cantonese
Supply chain
Post-secondary education
Analysis skills
Purchasing
Computer skills
Chinese
Business
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

About us

Since 1984, Van-Whole Produce began offering hundreds of varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables from over 40 countries across the globe. Being a leading wholesale produce company in Western Canada, Van-Whole Produce consistently delivers on service with quality.

We are seeking a motivated Buyer to join our team. The position is responsible for purchasing, inventory quality, and margin performance within assigned produce categories. This role requires strong market knowledge, independent decision-making with defined parameters, and effective coordination with sales, vendors, and the buying team to optimize product availability and profitability.

If you are a driven Buyer, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within our company.

Hours:

from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
This position requires to be available to work on Saturdays and holidays.

Role and Responsibilities

Manage inventory quality and turnover for all assigned produce categories, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste.
Conduct competitive purchasing to secure the best market pricing while maintaining quality standards.
Ensure margin performance meets or exceeds company targets for assigned products.
Resolve supplier discrepancies related to inspections, quality adjustments, claims, shortages, and cargo receipt variances.
Maintain optimal inventory levels, balancing supply needs with market demand.
Monitor seasonal product availability and proactively identify opportunities to introduce new products or promote existing items.
Communicate market intelligence to the sales team to support effective marketing strategies and promotions.
Coordinate closely with the Purchasing Manager to address cost fluctuations and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.
Participate in and support volume sales initiatives, including independent chain store ads, regional group promotions, and in-house marketing campaigns.
Review and analyze quality inspection reports, implementing corrective actions as required to uphold product standards.
Work as a backup for the Logistic Coordinator.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Post-secondary education; business, supply chain, or agriculture focus preferred.
3–5 years of experience in produce buying, perishable goods purchasing, or similar category buying.
Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrated experience in vendor sourcing, evaluation, and management.
Solid analytical and forecasting skills; ability to respond to market fluctuations.
Strong computer skills with proficiency in purchasing and inventory systems.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care

Experience:

Produce Buying, or perishable goods purchasing: 3 years (required)

Language:

Cantonese/Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person

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