Foodbuy is the nation’s largest Group Purchasing Organization (GPO), focused
exclusively on the $400 billion foodservice marketplace. The company, which
manages more than $5+ billion in food and food-related purchasing, offers
multi-unit foodservice operators a comprehensive suite of procurement and
supply chain services ranging from contract negotiation to fully outsourced
purchasing.
Foodbuy has two locations, Atlanta Ga. and Charlotte N.C. Atlanta is home to
Foodbuy's member development, member services, finance, technology, and
operations teams.
Foodbuy Procurement and Distribution Team
Based in Charlotte, the contracting team is responsible for negotiating
supplier/manufacturing agreements and purchasing contracts. Category managers
oversee RFP's (Request for Proposals) and purchasing functions. The category
managers approve all product pricing and purchases in the following categories:
poultry, fresh produce, frozen food products, fresh and frozen meat, candy and snacks,
dairy and bakery, dry goods, disposables and beverages. In addition, there are
category managers who negotiate non-food programs including cell phones, fleet
cars, office supplies, and more.
Foodbuy has made a significant investment in our systems, processes, programs
and staff of 200+. The can do attitude at Foodbuy has enabled the company to
develop innovative procurement solutions and data intelligence capabilities
that provide greater value to our members.
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