Buyer
About The Position
The individual in this role is well organized, detail-oriented and enjoys the challenges of working with a variety of situations, is proactive, resourceful, and efficient. This position requires independent thought, strong follow up and the ability to manage small projects and tasks on their own. Results-oriented individual with the ability to interpret and effectively manage multiple and competing priorities and timelines. Coordinate all aspects of project administration for an assigned Project Manager/Asset Manager. Ensure projects are ordered, tracked, documented and completed in a timely manner. Responsible for SOP compliance on all project documentation. Responsible for sourcing alternative products and vetting of new vendors. Responsible for mentoring and training of new hires. Ability to manage smaller projects from beginning to end with Purchasing Manager review. Displays independent thought on following up on critical issues and timelines. Develop the skills to interpret architectural drawings and calculate critical measurements. Responsible for the effective and accurate performance of assigned administrative and purchasing functions. Prepare and issue purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, receive quotes, review requisitions for goods and services. Track products with shipping agents for payment and delivery, managing the entire process from front end to back end. Responsible for accurate and timely transactions in the purchasing system. Work with the Accounting team to ensure timely payment to suppliers. Develop and maintain reports/metrics on purchase order progress. Take on additional projects as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to work independently on projects and tasks, as well as, to accept direction on given assignments.
- Possess strong organizational, mathematical and data entry skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs, and work collectively within a team environment.
- Familiarity working with multiple cross-functional partners.
- 2-4 years' experience purchasing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- 1-2 years' experience with hotel renovations.
Nice To Haves
- College degree preferably in a business-related area. Job-related experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Purchasing certification a plus (CPP, CSCP)
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all aspects of project administration for an assigned Project Manager/Asset Manager.
- Ensure projects are ordered, tracked, documented and completed in a timely manner.
- Responsible for SOP compliance on all project documentation.
- Responsible for sourcing alternative products and vetting of new vendors.
- Responsible for mentoring and training of new hires.
- Manage smaller projects from beginning to end with Purchasing Manager review.
- Displays independent thought on following up on critical issues and timelines.
- Develop the skills to interpret architectural drawings and calculate critical measurements.
- Responsible for the effective and accurate performance of assigned administrative and purchasing functions.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, receive quotes, review requisitions for goods and services.
- Track products with shipping agents for payment and delivery, managing the entire process from front end to back end.
- Responsible for accurate and timely transactions in the purchasing system.
- Work with the Accounting team to ensure timely payment to suppliers.
- Develop and maintain reports/metrics on purchase order progress.
- Take on additional projects as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
