Purchasing Manager

The Brown Hotel•Louisville, KY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Purchasing Manager, you will oversee daily procurement and supply chain management operations at The Brown Hotel. You’ll control inventory and costs, and collaborate with the culinary and finance team to maintain high standards. This role reports to the Director of Food & Beverage.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with vendors, leaders, and associates.
Experience using inventory management systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Knowledge of purchasing operations, inventory control, and vendor management.
Eligible to work in the United States
Sufficient education and/or literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and lift as required—with or without reasonable accommodations
Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed
A warm, professional demeanor that reflects HVMG’s Culture of Excellence by showing a warm smile, friendly personality, and positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Hotel experience is always a plus!

Responsibilities

Oversee purchasing, receiving, storage, and distribution of all food and beverage products.
Maintain strong compliance with procurement programs and vendor standards.
Manage the receipt, inspection, storage, and inventory tracking of all products delivered to the hotel.
Conduct and supervise monthly inventories and reconcile discrepancies between physical and recorded inventory.
Serve as the property expert for purchasing systems and platforms, including Folio, Profitsword and related tools.
Coordinate closely with Accounting to support accurate and efficient month-end processes.
Monitor product quality, vendor deliveries, shortages, and discrepancies, and communicate issues to leadership.
Maintain accurate inventory rotation, labeling, and storage procedures to minimize waste and shrinkage.
Develop purchasing forecasts and assist with budgeting and cost allocation across departments.
Manage vendor relationships and procurement contracts to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and service standards.
Lead the safe transport and delivery of products throughout the hotel.
Monitor slow-moving inventory and recommend solutions to improve inventory control and reduce costs.