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Mark Harwood is an experienced professional in the procurement and buying sector with a strong background in the food industry. Currently serving as a Meat Buyer at Associated Grocers of the South, Inc. since July 2017, Mark manages item selection, vendor negotiations, and inventory levels while ensuring adherence to budgeted gross profit thresholds. Prior to this role, Mark was a Buyer at BTC Wholesale, focusing on cost-effective procurement strategies to support company growth. Mark's extensive experience also includes a tenure at Sysco Food Services of Central Alabama as a Category Planner, where responsibilities included the procurement of various meat products and managing inventory supply. Earlier in Mark's career, experience as a Buyer, Store Management, and Shrink Specialist at BRUNO'S SUPERMARKETS involved corporate purchasing and managing frozen foods across multiple supermarkets. Mark's educational qualifications include studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Jefferson State Community College, and Cornell University.