Grocery Importer

Job Title:

Grocery Importer The Opportunity

The Grocery Importer will be responsible for sourcing, importing, and managing grocery products from international suppliers to ensure consistent availability, quality, and cost-effectiveness for Food World Supermarket. The role oversees supplier coordination, import documentation, regulatory compliance, logistics, and inventory planning.

Food World Supermarket
Full-time
In-Office | Etobicoke, ON, Canada

• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with international grocery suppliers.
• Source competitive products that meet Food World quality, pricing, and branding standards.
• Place purchase orders and manage supplier contracts and terms.

• Ensure all imported products comply with local food safety laws, labeling requirements, and import regulations.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and government authorities.
• Maintain accurate import documentation (invoices, packing lists, COO, health certificates, etc.).

• Track shipments and manage lead times to avoid stock shortages.
• Coordinate sea/air freight, customs clearance, and warehouse delivery.
• Optimize shipping costs and improve supply chain efficiency.

• Ensure imported products meet Food World quality standards.
• Address quality issues, damages, or discrepancies with suppliers.

• Work with the inventory and sales teams to forecast demand.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and reduce overstock or expiry risks.

• Prepare cost analysis, supplier performance reports, and import summaries.
• Collaborate with merchandising, finance, warehouse, and store operations teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, International Business, Logistics, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in grocery importation or FMCG procurement.
• Strong knowledge of import regulations, customs procedures, and food compliance.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Experience importing food products (dry grocery, frozen, chilled, or specialty items).
• Knowledge of international markets and suppliers.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple shipments.

• On-time delivery and stock availability
• Cost savings and margin improvement
• Compliance and documentation accuracy
• Supplier performance and quality consistency

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing