Purchasing Coordinator II (Food & Beverage)

dnata•Inwood, NY

3d•$25 - $30

About The Position

We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Purchasing Coordinator (Food & Beverage) to join our JFK team supporting the JFK Airport. As a Purchasing Coordinator (Food & Beverage) at dnata Catering, your primary responsibility will be to prepare and expedite purchase orders and monitor approvals until receipt of services or items ordered. Additionally, you will review and replenish inventory of various items, schedule deliveries, and ensure correct materials are requisitioned to the kitchen. Your role will also involve maintaining accurate files, providing advice on scheduling and inventory planning, and performing specialized administrative support functions. dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of related purchasing & sourcing experience
Strong documentation skills.
Experience with inventory management.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with purchasing parts and ordering.

Nice To Haves

Preferred customer service experience.
Preferred experience in food and beverage (food manufacturing or inflight catering)

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting the purchase of key ingredients.
Prepare, monitor approvals, submit, and expedite purchase orders.
Implement necessary systems and procedures to ensure effective product cost control.
Review and replenish inventory of uniforms, PPE, pantry items, and operational supplies.
Schedule deliveries for stock items.
Monitor and control cost to insure the budgeted food costs are met.
Collaborate with suppliers on delivery of key products.
Ensure receiving transactions are recorded in soft systems promptly.
Research, track, and resolve accounting problems.
Support the 3-way matching process in coordination with stakeholders and Accounts Payable.
Continuously monitor the status of main vendor accounts.
Maintain accurate and easily accessible files.
Provide advice on scheduling, inventory planning and control, based on data analysis.
Perform specialized administrative support functions.
Ensure compliance with local and national regulatory requirements and dnata policies.
Other duties as assigned by management.