Purchasing Manager @ IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

Compass Group•Ames, IA

11d

About The Position

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games. Job SummaryAs a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for purchasing, warehousing and inventory management activities at a specific unit/location. This includes implementing best practices, driving supply chain process improvements, and employing location purchasing teams.

Requirements

Experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing
Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality or similar is preferred
High level of computer literacy
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Curiosity for new technology and industry trends

Responsibilities

Maintains "show quality" of all areas at all times
Understands all menus, product offerings, packaging and pricing
Establishes rapport with team members, management and partners
Employs good safety and sanitation practices
Practices proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
Achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals
Achieves assigned budget goals
Contributes to required daily reporting
Contributes to the completion of required department reports and assists in compiling information at month-end closing
Ensures team members adhere to Levy Company guidelines as stated in the team member training manual and employee handbook
Ensures that all security, safety and sanitation standards are achieved
Ensures all products are properly stored, rotated and dated in accordance with the Levy guidelines
Monitors inventory procedures for accountability
Uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team
Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
Interviews, hires, trains and develops team members according to Levy guidelines
Displays a positive attitude towards team members
Other responsibilities, as needed