Director of Purchasing

The Hedreen Hotel Employer•Seattle, WA

1d•$81,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized, tech savvy Director of Purchasing to support the management, and execution of purchasing food, beverage and non-food items in accordance with company specifications. Duties to be performed in the interest of long and short term financial objectives and hotel needs, while protecting the assets of the hotel in an innovative and effective manner. This position reports to the Director of Finance and Budget, and the primary responsibilities are listed below, to include but are not limited to the following:

Requirements

College degree preferred but not required; High school diploma or GED equivalent; experience may be considered in lieu of education
Three (3) years of purchasing experience required (ideally in hotel or related industry, but not required)
Must have a Washington State food handler’s permit or the ability to obtain one prior to start date
Extremely detail oriented with ability to demonstrate multi-tasking, while adhering to tight deadlines
Effective verbal/written communication, organizational customer service and interpersonal skills
Ability to assist with pulling and stocking orders, and work in other conditions such as walk-in freezer and refrigerator, in storeroom and warehouse-type environment.
This position requires one to move product/items, lifting a range up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and purchasing systems (Birchstreet preferred, not required)
Extensive knowledge of food and beverage and non-food item products
Possess basic math skills and have the ability to accurately understanding the logistics of billing
Flexible and able to work well independently and as part of a team
Strong knowledge of the working in the hospitality industry, and in hotels a plus

Responsibilities

Conduct all food, beverage and non-food item purchases in accordance with company specifications along with established purchasing policies and procedures
Evaluate prices, quality, service and reliability of vendors. Negotiate and ensure good working relationships with vendors while upholding high ethical standards
Receive and evaluate all goods delivered to the hotel while monitoring pricing, quality, quantity and reliability of vendors
Ensure timely issuing and distribution of approved requisitions
Manage delivery schedules, lead times and inventories to ensure efficient operations of hotel
Research requests for all non-stock items
Daily maintenance of order guides, vendor contacts, requisitions, purchase orders and receiving records in system (Birchstreet).
Collaborate with Accounting/Accounts Payable to verify invoices, correct discrepancies and maintain price accuracy
Work with Executive Chef and other staff to minimize food costs, while maintaining food quality (portion controls, etc.)
Hire, train and supervise purchasing staff
Ensure safe work practices are being upheld within the department
Communicate effectively between departments and general manager within area of responsibility.
Perform special projects as requested

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment with free Back + Joint Care Program
Free Short-Term Disability (up to $2K/week) & Free Long-Term Disability (up to $10K/month) after 30 days of employment
Free Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment (1.5 times of annual salary)
Paytient Healthcare Spending
401k after 30 days of employment with company match (100% of salary deferrals up to the first 3% and 50% of salary deferrals on next 2%)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan (accrue from day one, use on 91st day of employment, about 19 days in the 1st year)
Voluntary Life + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Travel Assistance Program
Company provided iPhone
Hotel discounts at 10,000+ global destinations (nightly rates as low as $45)
Parking: Discounted parking in hotel garage ($7/day or $140 monthly pass)
50% subsidy for public transportation expenses
Referral program of $250 per successfully referred new hire
Complimentary cafeteria meals
Monthly employee appreciation events
Employee Exercise Room
Community Service Events
Discounted dry cleaning services