961 Experienced and Strategic Seafood Purchasing Manager-Philadelphia-Lawrence St. Seafood
Lawrence Street Seafood is a family owned and operated premium seafood wholesaler and distributor in South Philadelphia. We offer a full line of fresh and frozen seafood products, including our private label, Seachest™, Indonesian crabmeat and Canadian lobster tails and mussels.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Seafood Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing operations and drive sourcing strategies that align with our business goals. This is a high-impact role for someone who brings deep knowledge of the global seafood marketplace, has proven negotiation skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Source and purchase seafood in alignment with company goals and customer needs
- Manage ongoing relationships with existing vendors and establish new partnerships
- Negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery logistics with domestic and international suppliers
- Ensure all products meet company quality standards, including freshness, packaging, and compliance with health and safety regulations
- Set competitive pricing for the sales team and set specifications for all current and incoming products
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, retail, and senior leadership to share market and industry news
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 5+ years of purchasing experience in the seafood industry
- Extensive knowledge of seafood categories, import/export regulations, and sourcing best practices
- Proven ability to lead vendor negotiations and manage supplier relationships
- Strong analytical, financial, and forecasting skills
- Experience in NetYield software preferred
Job Specifications:
- Monday – Friday, with some Saturdays required
- Negotiable competitive base salary, plus bonus opportunities
- PTO, Health insurance (including vision & dental), 401(k), Life and short/long term disability insurance
TO APPLY: Submit your reeume to jim@fishjobs.com and note Jon #961 in the subject line.