Purchasing Manager - Events

DO & CO • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, energetic, and organized Events Purchasing Manager in New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles! About DO & CO: We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every elevated floor and in the sky. With our three business segments, Airline Catering, International Event Catering, Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 33 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations. About the Role: The Events Purchasing Manager is responsible for executing key purchasing operations leading up to and on-site at frequent large-scale events. Sitting on the US procurement team and working closely with the international events team, this role reports directly to the Director of Purchasing Operations for DO & CO USA and ensures the timely and accurate purchase of food, beverage, equipment, and event-related materials from approved vendors in each city. You will serve as a key operational partner to the culinary, logistics, and event execution teams while helping maintain DO & CO’s premium quality standards in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Prior event experience required; must be available for flexible schedules and extended hours during event periods.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety standards, regulations, and proper handling procedures required.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Valid passport required.
• Hands-on experience creating Purchase Orders (POs) and navigating an ERP platform or equivalent procurement software.
• Ability to travel up to 60% of the time (globally, as needed) to provide hands-on support at various event locations.
• Ability to work long hours on foot and in environments with varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work different shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays) based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create, place, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) accurately using an ERP or equivalent purchasing software.
• Execute purchasing requirements by working with approved vendors identified for each event city.
• Manage day-to-day vendor communication and maintain strong, productive relationships.
• Hold vendors accountable for service levels, ensuring on-time delivery and consistently high-quality products and services.
• Manage receiving and warehousing operations on-site at event locations, ensuring accurate order check-in and quality inspection.
• Ensure proper storage, transportation, and safe handling of goods, particularly sensitive food and beverage items.
• Troubleshoot supply shortages, delivery delays, and operational challenges effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure event environment.
• Handle last-minute purchasing runs to local food, beverage, and equipment retailers or supply outlets as operational needs arise.
• Interface closely with chefs, the culinary team, and the FSQA team to support ingredient needs, food safety requirements, equipment needs, and last-minute operational changes.
• Collaborate with the international events team to align purchasing execution with event timelines, menus, and client expectations.
• Work as an integrated member of the US procurement team, sharing updates and escalating severe vendor issues when necessary.

Benefits

• $90,000-$110,000 annually
• Daily Complimentary Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
• FT employees are eligible for 401K and medical benefits: medical, dental, and vision.
• An organization dedicated to fostering innovation; in pursuit of cultivating creativity, embracing new ideas and leveraging our impeccable standard for hospitality.
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The chance to collaborate and represent a leading force in the luxury global gourmet entertainment industry by attending world-class events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree