Purchasing Manager

Bluejack National/Human Resoucres•Montgomery, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

One of Airetel Staffing's valued clients is looking for a Purchasing Manager located in Montgomery, TX. The role involves owning end-to-end procurement to ensure the right products and services are sourced at the best total cost, delivered on time, and compliant with brand, quality, and safety standards. This includes overseeing purchasing, receiving, inventory control, and supplier management to support guest experience and margin goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
3–7 years' hotel or hospitality procurement experience; pre-opening and/or F&B buying a plus.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills; data-driven with advanced Excel/procurement software proficiency.
Knowledge of inventory control, P2P/ERP systems, and three-way match.
Familiarity with food safety and relevant local regulations.
Clear communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills; able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and meet the driver safety policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM/CIPS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Source F&B, OS&E, FF&E, housekeeping, engineering, and service contracts in line with specs and brand standards.
Run competitive bids/RFQs, analyze quotes, negotiate pricing, terms, and SLAs; execute and maintain supplier contracts.
Maintain approved vendor lists and conduct market surveys to benchmark availability and pricing.
Create and manage POs; ensure three-way match (PR/PO/invoice) and on-time deliveries.
Coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners; resolve shortages, substitutions, and quality issues promptly.
Enforce SOPs for purchasing, receiving, and emergency issuing; close open POs monthly.
Set par levels, min/max, and re-order points; monitor stock turns, expiries, and variances.
Partner with Culinary/Outlet leaders and Cost Control to track consumption, reduce waste, and optimize specs and pack sizes.
Deliver departmental savings targets; provide price comparisons and variance reports.
Work closely with Finance/DOF on budgets, forecasts, accruals, and internal controls.
Align with Operations, Executive Chef, Engineering, Housekeeping, and Rooms on demand planning and product standards.
Support pre-opening purchasing (if applicable): OS&E/FF&E schedules, bulk buys, phased ramp-up.
Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP/WHMIS (as applicable), brand standards, and health & safety regulations.
Maintain documentation, audit trails, and confidentiality per company policy.
Lead, coach, and schedule Purchasing/Receiving team members; set KPIs and review performance.
Drive continuous improvement in supplier performance, cycle times, and cost-to-serve.