PURCHASING SPECIALIST - BLOOMINGDALE, IL

Compass Group•Bloomingdale, IL

1d•$55,000 - $62,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing procurement guidelines that comply with established regulations and support operational goals of the school nutrition program. Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry. Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Requirements

Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one to three years of purchasing experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training
Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations
P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable
Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills
Knowledge of school nutrition / food industry and/or purchasing strongly preferred.
Serv Safe certified highly desirable

Responsibilities

Maintains an order schedule to assure products are in stock and avoid out of stock.
Receives and collects product orders from different departments.
Tracks and places daily orders to various vendors.
Reviews all orders before submitting to vendors.
Reviews inventory levels and compare to orders before submitting to vendors.
Reviews usage projections and compare to orders before submitting to vendors.
Completes daily communication with vendors in a high level professional manner while practicing email etiquette.
Maintains excellent vendor and client relations.
Works with different departments to facilitate a smooth day to day operation.
Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.