Purchaser

Marriott•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

The Purchaser calculates figures for food inventories, orders, and costs; maintains organized records; posts invoices using computer programs; conducts inventory audits; completes requisitions; monitors stock levels and PAR levels; and verifies, tracks, and reports received inventory. The role reconciles shipping invoices with receiving reports, processes deliveries, rejects damaged or incorrect items, troubleshoots vendor delivery issues, and oversees returns. The Purchaser follows food safety and handling procedures and company policies, reports accidents and unsafe conditions, and completes safety training and certifications. The role also requires professional communication, accurate preparation and review of written documents, positive working relationships, and support for team goals. The employee must meet quality assurance standards, use computers and/or point-of-sale systems, read and visually verify information, and inspect tools and equipment. Physical duties include standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods; handling objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; moving through confined or uneven spaces and surfaces; and reaching, bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Other reasonable duties may be assigned by supervisors. The position is with The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott International. The company describes its commitment to equal opportunity and a workplace where associates’ backgrounds are valued. The role is expected to exemplify The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards and deliver thoughtful, gracious service.

Requirements

At least 1 year of related work experience.
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods and perform reaching, bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Responsibilities

Calculate figures for food inventories, orders, and costs.
Maintain organized records and file and store reports and invoices.
Post invoices using computer programs.
Conduct inventory audits to determine inventory levels and needs.
Complete requisition forms for inventory and supplies, and notify a manager or supervisor of low stock levels.
Verify and track received inventory and complete inventory reports and logs.
Reconcile shipping invoices and receiving reports to ensure count accuracy.
Receive, unload, and process deliveries; refuse damaged, unacceptable, or incorrect items.
Troubleshoot vendor delivery issues and oversee the return process.
Follow food safety and handling policies and procedures and monitor PAR levels for food items.
Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
Follow company policies, maintain a clean and professional appearance, protect confidential information and company assets, and meet quality assurance standards.
Communicate professionally, prepare and review written documents accurately, answer telephones appropriately, and maintain positive working relationships.
Use computers and/or point-of-sale systems to enter and locate work-related information; read and visually verify information and inspect tools and equipment.
Perform the physical requirements of the role and other reasonable duties requested by supervisors.
Exemplify The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards and deliver gracious, thoughtful service.