Perishable & Dairy Buyer

People’s Food Co-op is a values driven, community-owned natural foods store, operated by a democratic, consensus-based Collective Management. In addition to fulfilling core job responsibilities, Collective Managers are required to participate in collective management duties, and work regular storekeeping shifts.

The Perishable & Dairy Buyer job is a 35-40 hour per week position that includes Perishable and Dairy Buying, Collective Management and Storekeeping responsibilities. They are primarily responsible for the selecting, pricing, and promoting Perishable & Dairy products; meeting objectives for sales, margin, and inventory turns; maintaining good relations with vendors; fulfilling special orders and assisting customers.

To apply, please visit peoples.coop/employment to download an application, or pick up an application inside the store.

Applicants must complete an application to be considered. Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected], or dropped off inside the store.

Applications are due no later than 5 pm on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Please check back in case we extend the deadline.

Benefits and Compensation

• Human scale and empowered workplace
• Full time hours minimum of 35 hours per week
• $17.68/hour starting wage for all positions
• 25% discount on purchases at the Co-op
• Medical and dental insurance (including access to naturopathy, chiropractic and acupuncture)
• Generous paid time off
• Annual raises
• Employer matching retirement benefits