Purchasing Manager - The Starling - Schulte Companies

This position oversees the Purchasing function for the hotel. This person works closely with the Director of Finance, Director of Food & Beverage, Executive Housekeeper and Executive Chef. Responsibilities include ordering and receiving supplies; maintaining food and beverage inventories; filling daily supply requisitions; receiving, logging and shipping guest package; following policies and guidelines; processing accounts payable invoices; developing relationships with suppliers; and maintaining clean and organized storerooms. This person must be able to lift a moderate weight and have good communication skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* Responsible for the administration of Purchasing and Shipping & Receiving operations.

* Purchase requested items on a cost-effective, quality, and timely basis.

* Ensure the justification and approval of all requisitions submitted by other company departments.

* Obtain the best price, quality, and service for the products and supplies purchased.

* Research new products and new vendors.

* Negotiate and purchase all basic supplies required for daily operations, including the purchasing of maintenance, and building materials, housekeeping supplies and equipment, and gaming products.

* Assist Food & Beverage with large-volume purchases.

* Assist Executive Management when deemed necessary with special projects.

* In conjunction with Inventory Control, ensure all inventories, including Food & Beverage are well maintained and accurate.

* Responsible for the staffing, training and scheduling of Team Members

* Responsible for preparing evaluations and disciplinary actions when required.

* Ensure compliance with companywide and Purchasing Department policies and procedures.

* Protect the confidentiality of company business information.

* Enforce ethical practices in all dealings with company suppliers; monitor subordinates and companies that pursue improper practices.

* Ensure budget compliance throughout the year.

* Responsible for the training and development of Team Members for succession planning.

* Company is a twenty-four hour business that never closes. Team Members are expected to work as business demands dictate.

* Provide exceptional customer service to all external and internal customers and patrons and communicates in a pleasant, friendly, and professional manner at all times.

* Maintain a professional work environment with supervisors and staff

* Perform other duties as assigned.

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