Purchasing Agent

North Fork Mono Casino & Resort•Notarb, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for procuring materials, equipment, supplies and services, as well as processing requests for quotes and bids in a high-volume, high-paced environment. This position is also responsible for communicating to the Purchasing Manager daily needs and issues with either the properties or vendors being utilized. Responsibilities are performed in accordance with all Company standards, policies, and procedures. This position will report directly to the Purchasing Manager.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members and Management in both written and verbal form.
Must be tactful, resourceful and ethical in dealing with vendors, the properties and fellow Team Members.
Must be knowledgeable in Excel, Word, Outlook, and have some skills with purchasing systems.
Ability to work independently.
Good decision-making abilities.
Strong organizational skills.
Detail oriented, innovative, flexible, task oriented, and can work independently with minimal direction.
Must be flexible, able to handle multiple tasks, and establish priorities effectively.
Flexible working hours and schedule.
High school diploma or GED required, degree in related field preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year purchasing experience required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Gaming License from the Tribal Gaming Commission, which includes passing a background investigation.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Requires manual dexterity to perform job related functions.
Ability to sit, stand or walk for the duration of their shift.

Responsibilities

Responsible for practicing, supporting, and promoting North Fork Mono Casino's culture and always demonstrating exemplary Service Standards.
Manages purchase order submissions and revisions.
Processes requests for quotes and requests for the purchase of services, supplies, equipment, materials and freight that have been generated through the purchasing system and have necessary approval.
Responsible for coordinating the delivery of any goods and services.
Evaluates competitive bid proposals with the objective of obtaining the best value, which is determined by the service, price and quality relative to the use of the item being purchased.
Confers with department heads to clarify purchasing needs, specifications and standards including interaction with Warehouse, Inventory Control and Chefs.
Resolve discrepancies and disputes regarding pricing, payment, quality, backorders, substitutions, deliveries and vendor's issues and communicate these issues to the Purchasing Manager.
Communicate new product information when received to the appropriate Team Members and Purchasing Manager.
Maintain copies of current vendor product catalogs and product information.
Assist the departments with special requests and emergency needs.
Other job-related duties as assigned.