BUYER I - PURCHASING

Seminole Hard Rock Support Services • Davie, FL

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the incumbent purchases materials and/or services in accordance with Purchasing Department procedures and Seminole Hard Rock Support Services internal controls. Responsibilities will include processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining an inventory, quality assurance and liaising with inventory teams and management.

Requirements

• One (1) to three (3) years of purchasing experience or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
• Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, prioritization and analytical skills required.
• Experience in a purchasing department for a Four-Diamond or greater Hotel/Casino property required.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel required;

Nice To Haves

• Stratton Warren software experience a plus.
• Multi-property, high volume buying experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Must adhere to the Seminole Tribe's Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures, quotations, negotiations, contracts, different types of purchase orders, vendor confidentiality, etc.
• Interfaces at all levels with vendors. Solicits quotations, negotiates service contracts, prices, terms, delivery, quality and service.
• Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
• Evaluates and selects suppliers based upon price, quality, availability, reliability and selection of materials/services.
• Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
• Interfaces internally with employees and co-workers to determine exactness of materials/services.
• Exercises high level of analysis, problem-solving, decision-making and prioritization on a daily basis.
• Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of materials and sources of supply.
• Manages multiple high priority projects simultaneously.
• Promotes positive public/employee relations at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed