Food & Beverage Buyer

SeaWorld•Orlando, FL

13d

About The Position

SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. Were also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals to join our team. What you get to do: This role supports guest satisfaction and park efficiency by ensuring an uninterrupted supply of tasty, wholesome and high-quality food and drinks to satisfy our guests’ needs. Working closely with our Division Strategic Sourcing Team, you will implement national contracts for materials and services while helping to identify and develop new strategic buying opportunities. You will advance process improvements and source vendors with a focus on improving cycle times, enhancing customer service, reducing costs, and maintaining quality and safety standards. You will:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Must have experience with Procurement processes, experience in a theme park environment a plus
Solid understanding of supply chain management processes with emphasis on demand planning, PO process, RFx, contracting and inventory management
Must have experience with SAP or other ERP system
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to articulate ideas and issues clearly and concisely
Must be able to build and maintain strong relationship with stakeholders
Must be able to interact with team members at all levels
Integrity - must adhere to ethical and buying standards and regulations
Strong multi-tasking and time-management skills
Passion for professional development and remaining current with industry best practices

Nice To Haves

Professional certification in CPSM, CSCP, CSCMP a plus
Must have experience with Procurement processes, experience in a theme park environment a plus

Responsibilities

Implement and develop national contracts, equipment/service, menu development, etc.
Source unique park offerings – from RFx through implementation
Oversee material master maintenance
Develop and maintain replenishment plan while maintaining inventory levels
Execute PO process
Lead supply base management
Train team on use of company systems and execution of PO process
Lead/train team in maximizing use of facility ordering systems (SAMMS)
Implement best practices to optimize cycle times and drive efficiencies through automation
Leverage metrics to measure compliance with best practices
Ensure supplier diversity and sustainability
Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, Vendors and our Guests
Perform other duties as assigned