Purchasing Supervisor

Caesars Entertainment Corporation•Chandler, OK

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing procurement and expediting of all materials, supplies, equipment, services, etc. for the property.

Requirements

College degree preferred.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience with at least 2 years in supervisor capacity preferred.
Purchasing experience in the hotel/casino/hospitality industry preferred.
Pervious computer experience on an inventory/purchasing system preferred.
Must possess the ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers.
Must be able to speak clearly and possess excellent phone etiquette.
Must possess excellent customer service, team building (lateral support, report) organization, leadership and communication skills.
Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
Must present a well-groomed appearance.
Must be able to work inside and continuously maneuver around office area and throughout the casino property.
Must be able to maneuver throughout all areas of the property.
Must be able to lift up to 10lbs and carry up to 20lbs.
Must be able to work in stressful situations.
Must be able to give, as well as respond to visual and aural cues
Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel, twist, lift, stoop, reach and work at a desk when performing administrative functions.
Must be able to work in areas containing secondhand smoke, dust, loud noises and bright lights.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of purchasing experience with at least 2 years in supervisor capacity preferred.
Purchasing experience in the hotel/casino/hospitality industry preferred.
Pervious computer experience on an inventory/purchasing system preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads, directs, implements, and supports initiatives and programs for the procurement of all material, supplies, equipment, services, etc. for the property with the objective of supporting the overall goals of the property.
Leads, directs, and coordinates direct reports at the property.
Manage supplier relations, including searching for and selection of vendors, contract negotiation, performance evaluation, and long-term partnership development.
Provides direct supervision, oversight, and guidance to direct reports with development and issuing formal and informal solicitations, evaluation of proposals, negotiation.
Plays an active role in enabling and improving the supply management team (purchasing, receiving, warehouse, inventory control, food and beverage) and processes in all respects.
Conducts Performance Reviews
Makes or recommends promotions
Provides for safety and security
Handles employees' complaints or grievances
Recommends disciplinary action or disciplines employees
Plans work
Supervises and monitors work
Monitors legal compliance with federal, state, and gaming laws
All team members will follow the Everyone Greets Everyone (EGE) policy. It is the expectation that every team member, front or back of house, should proactively seek out opportunities to greet guests and their fellow team members daily. EGE policy states teams members should: acknowledge guests and fellow team members within 10 feet; initiate friendly verbal greeting within 5 feet; keep your head up, look around ("head on a swivel"); look for opportunities to greet guests and others; please remember that when you are on the floor, you are "on stage".
Team members will participate in all mandatory meetings and pre-shift BUZZ sessions.
Must be able to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Must be able to respond to visual and aural ques.
Must present a well-groomed, professional appearance.
Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and complies with all state, federal and regulatory policies and procedures.
Must be able to work a varied schedule including holidays, nights and weekends as needed.
Must be able to work a reasonable amount of overtime when required.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.