Protein Planner

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Jacksonville, FL, USA
In-Office
Junior
Food • Logistics
The Role
Procures food products, places and confirms purchase orders, monitors inventory levels, maintains item and vendor data, coordinates deliveries, reviews inventory reports, and communicates daily with suppliers, finance, logistics, and sales. Ensures purchases meet cost, quality, quantity, freight, and timing requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In

Company:  

US0344 IFG Jacksonville, Division of Sysco International Food Group, Inc.

Sales Territory:  

US-FL-Jacksonville

Zip Code:

32209

Travel Percentage:  

0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for procurement functions associated with the company’s product inventory needs.  Items are required to be purchased within company cost and quality parameters and delivered at competitive levels consistent with company policy and performance standards including timely scheduling of pick up and receipt of products.  Continual interaction with Sales and Suppliers is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Buy Guide/Ordering – Reviews guide daily and places PO’s as needed with suppliers.  Orders need to be accurate for amount, freight, price and dates consistent with company policy and performance standards.   Works with finance and vendors on payment requirements.
  • Daily Reports – Reviews and acts as required to ensure proper and correct inventory levels by using system generated reports and information from internal departments.  Ex. Out of Stock and Over-allocated Reports
  • Confirmations – Confirms all PO’s for accurate pricing, quantity, freight and dates.
  • Inventory Management – Uses weekly reports and meetings to achieve best possible inventory levels, dated product and returns.  Works with inland logistics to arrange for on-time product deliveries.
  • Item/Vendor Maintenance – Updates all item and vendor information in the system, as required.  Pricing, freight, brackets, ship points, etc.
  • Communicates daily with Sales team.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education

HSD or equivalent / Bachelor Degree Preferred

Experience

  • 2 years’ purchasing or food distribution experience required.  5 years’ experience preferred.  Food service distribution experience preferred. ​

Skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and excellent organizational and follow up skills required.
  • AS400 experience preferred

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of purchasing or food distribution experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Five years of experience
  • Foodservice distribution experience
  • AS400 experience

Sysco Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sysco and has not been reviewed or approved by Sysco.

  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple national medical plan options with telehealth, behavioral health resources, and targeted programs indicate broad coverage and support. Preventive care access and ancillary offerings (dental, vision, Rx advocacy) further reinforce the package.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with automatic company contributions plus a match, alongside an employee stock purchase plan, underscores solid retirement support. At union locations, enhanced pension terms add to perceived long‑term value.
  • Pay Growth & Progression — Recent collective bargaining outcomes with substantial wage increases demonstrate meaningful pay progression where contracts apply. In high‑volume markets, incentive structures can amplify earnings beyond base rates.

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The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
24,120 Employees

What We Do

Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food and related products to customers who prepare meals away from home. This includes restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, entertainment venues, and more. Sysco operates almost 340 distribution centers, in over 10 countries, with 76,000 colleagues serving approximately 730,000 customer locations. The company generated sales of more than $81 billion in fiscal year 2025 that ended June 28, 2025. As the world’s largest food-away-from-home distributor, Sysco offers customized supply chain solutions, bespoke specialty product offerings, and culinary support to drive customers to innovate and optimize their operations. We act as a trusted business partner to our customers, helping them grow through our industry-leading portfolio that includes fresh produce, premium proteins, specialty products, sustainably focused items, equipment and supplies, and innovative culinary solutions. For more information, visit www.sysco.com. For important news and key information for Sysco investors, visit the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at investors.sysco.com.

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