Director of Purchasing - Nationals Park

Compass Group • DC

78d • $105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Working as the Purchasing Manager will be responsible for executing, achieving and maintaining quality and efficiency standards of the location based purchasing processes and expectations through strong leadership and effective management, while supporting organizational priorities and contributing to the strength of the company’s financial position.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years related experience in field.
• Must have full knowledge of purchasing procedures, food, beverage and printing products.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ordering systems.
• Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations.
• P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable.
• Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills.
• Knowledge of school nutrition / food industry and/or purchasing strongly preferred.
• Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet.
• Serv Safe certified highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with key team and management associates relative to purchases consistent with needs and specifications.
• Ensures weekly inventory is correct and there are no errors before submission.
• Negotiates pricing and purchase goods and ensure delivery in a timely manner.
• Reviews shipments to ensure products received are consistent orders.
• Compiles monthly reports.
• Works with Excel and Visual Basic to manage inventory.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees