Dayton, Ohio, United States
Produce Buyer/Manager Dorthy Lane Markets 1968-1977 Business Owner Niedhamer Produce 1978-1998 VP Procurment/ Consultant ProduceOne 1998-present
Develop purchasing protocol. Build out procurement office and monitor each buyer’s contribution to the success of the department. Negotiate all purchasing contracts through grower shippers. Handle all USDA issues between company and grower/shippers. Establish freight lanes and negotiate all freight contracts. Build out and monitor all company quality control functions. Work in all aspects of food safety. Establish market values with respect to gm % and work with sales to grow company. Go to market with sourcing new commodities. Educate all warehouse, buyers, customer service and sales associates with quality, sourcing, availability and handling of product. Develop company strength and growth through stratgic planning with senior board.