Purchasing Agent – Fresh Produce

Purchasing Agent – Fresh Produce Are you an experienced purchasing professional ready for your next career opportunity? We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and results-driven Purchasing Agent to join a growing fresh produce company in Sunrise, FL! This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in produce purchasing, supplier negotiations, and inventory management. Location: Sunrise, FL 33326 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM (Weekend flexibility may be required) Salary: $55,000–$60,000 annually (Based on Experience) Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site Language Requirement: MUST BE FLUENTLY BILINGUAL IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH – MANDATORY.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and sourcing of fresh produce based on demand and inventory levels.
• Negotiate pricing and maintain relationships with growers, importers, exporters, and suppliers.
• Monitor inventory, product quality, seasonality, and market pricing.
• Prepare purchase orders and coordinate incoming shipments.
• Analyze purchasing costs, minimize waste, and improve profitability.
• Collaborate with Sales, Logistics, Quality Control, and Management.

Requirements

• Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken) – MANDATORY.
• 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in fresh produce or highly perishable foods – REQUIRED.
• Minimum 2 years of procurement management or comparable purchasing responsibility – REQUIRED.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field (equivalent relevant experience may be considered).
• Strong supplier negotiation, inventory management, and cost-control skills.
• Advanced Excel and experience with ERP or purchasing software.
• Knowledge of FIFO, demand forecasting, produce seasonality, and landed costs.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with tropical produce, international sourcing, or Produce Pro is a plus.