Buyer (Full-time)

Buyer at Restaurangjouren Location: Jordbro, Greater Stockholm About the job At Restaurangjouren, we work with food the right way. Raw materials, quality, and good relationships are at the center – both with our customers and our suppliers. We are a restaurant wholesaler that delivers to restaurants in Greater Stockholm and works closely with producers and suppliers in Sweden and around the world. A large part of our soul is in Italian raw materials, where taste, origin, and craftsmanship play an important role. We are now looking for an experienced buyer with solid knowledge of meat and an established network within the meat industry. Meat is a central part of the position To be qualified for this role, you need to have many years of documented experience in professional meat procurement. You have solid product knowledge and understand, among other things, qualities, butchering details, origin, pricing, and the market. You can assess the right product based on both quality and commercial considerations. You should also have an established and relevant network among producers, wholesalers, and meat suppliers, both in Sweden and internationally. We are not looking for a buyer who wants to learn the meat category – we are looking for you, who already knows it and has worked with it for several years. About the role As a buyer with us, you get a central and business-focused role with responsibility for procurement, assortment, and product flows. You analyze what should be purchased, when it should be purchased, in what volumes, and how often. The goal is to ensure the right availability and quality while we actively work on inventory balance, turnover rate, capital commitment, and waste. You work with Swedish and international suppliers, negotiate prices and terms, and develop long-term supplier relationships. The role involves close daily collaboration with our warehouse in Jordbro. Purchases are adapted to actual sales, demand, and season – not only based on forecasts. The whole chain matters At us, the buyer's work doesn't end when the deal is done. You are also responsible for ensuring that information about products and procurement is correct and works throughout the business. You therefore need to be digitally self-sufficient, structured, and administratively thorough. The work includes, among other things: Creating and maintaining items in the business system Pyramid Registering and quality-assuring item information, EAN codes, product images, and other product data Managing product information used on our web platform Handling and controlling invoices in our digital invoice management system MediusGo Working independently in Excel and Word Composing clear and professional emails to suppliers and partners Communicating professionally and fluently, both verbally and in writing To succeed in the role, you need Many years of documented experience in professional meat procurement Solid product knowledge within meat An established network among Swedish and international meat suppliers Experience from the restaurant or food industry Experience in procurement, assortment, and inventory management Good understanding of product flows, turnover rate, purchasing frequency, and capital commitment Experience in negotiation and long-term supplier relationships Good digital competence and experience working in business and administrative systems Good skills in Excel and Word Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing Fluent Swedish and English A genuine interest in food, raw materials, and quality Experience with Pyramid is highly desirable. Experience with MediusGo is desirable. Knowledge of Italian is a big plus. With us, you get A central role where your experience and expertise make a difference every day Work with raw materials and products where quality really matters Close contact with Swedish and international suppliers Short decision-making processes and close collaboration between procurement, sales, and warehouse The opportunity to influence and develop assortment, procurement, and working methods A stable and long-term position in a family business with a strong food culture We are looking for a buyer who masters the entire chain – from raw material and supplier to business system, item information, and follow-up. If you recognize yourself in that description, we think you would thrive with us. Employment The position is full-time and work is performed on-site at Restaurangjouren in Jordbro. Working hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 Start date: Immediately Salary: 35 000–40 000 kr per month depending on experience and qualifications. We welcome all applicants and value diversity. Application Send your application by email to our HR Manager Tony Johnsson: [email protected] The application must contain a CV and cover letter in PDF format. Applications are only accepted via email. Selection and interviews are ongoing. The position may be filled before the final application deadline, so please submit your application as soon as possible.