Full-Time

Regional Buyer-Produce

Posted on 10/25/2024

Weee!

Weee!

501-1,000 employees

Online marketplace for Asian and Hispanic groceries

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$55k - $65kAnnually

+ Bonus + Incentives

Entry, Junior

Houston, TX, USA

Onsite 5 days a week in Houston.

Category
Inventory Management
Procurement & Sourcing
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Inventory Management
SAP Products
Business Analytics
Requirements
  • Passion for produce and eagerness to learn more about the industry
  • BS/BA in Business Analytics, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • Proven experience as a Procurement Planner, Purchasing Specialist, Logistics Coordinator, or similar role
  • Must be able to act independently since the position is the main point of contact for order fulfillment with vendors.
  • Experience developing strong business relationships with vendors
  • Working knowledge of MS Office, relational databases, and ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
  • Bilingual preferred (English and Chinese)
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Regional Merchandising Manager to drive purchase order strategies and achieve business objectives
  • Analyze and Consider inventory levels and logistics progress to optimize the availability and safety stock levels while minimizing risk of stock out
  • Develop the promotion plan and inventory flow accordingly by understanding the industry seasonal trend or vendors’ supplies
  • Foster trust and relationships with vendors to achieve better pricing and quality of services; managing local vendor performances
  • Identify customer preferences and forecast customer trends; source for exciting produce products our customers will love

Weee! is an online grocery platform that specializes in providing Asian and Hispanic groceries to customers in North America. The platform allows users to shop for a wide variety of products, including snacks, beverages, cosmetics, and health items, sourced from countries such as China, Mexico, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Vietnam. Customers can access the service through a website or mobile apps available on iOS and Android. Weee! stands out from its competitors by offering free delivery and no additional fees, making it an attractive option for price-sensitive shoppers. The company focuses on sourcing high-quality and fresh products directly from suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing. Weee!'s goal is to serve the growing multicultural population by providing authentic grocery options and enhancing the shopping experience with dedicated delivery and customer service teams.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$812.3M

Headquarters

Fremont, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Weee!'s recent $425 million Series E funding led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2 positions it for significant growth and market expansion.
  • The company's customer base is rapidly growing, with a 150% increase in monthly active users year over year, indicating strong market demand.
  • Partnerships with brands like Everyday People Coffee & Tea enhance product diversity and customer appeal.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of the e-grocery market is fierce, with giants like Amazon and Walmart potentially eroding Weee!'s market share.
  • Maintaining the promise of zero fees and free delivery could strain financial resources, especially as the company scales.

What makes Weee! unique

  • Weee! focuses exclusively on Asian and Hispanic groceries, a niche market underserved by major e-commerce giants like Amazon and Walmart.
  • The company offers zero fees and free delivery, a significant value proposition that sets it apart from competitors who often charge for these services.
  • By sourcing directly from suppliers in various countries, Weee! ensures high-quality and fresh products, maintaining competitive pricing.

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