Job Summary:

The Purchasing Agent will play a crucial role in acquiring products and services essential for our resort's daily operations while ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods. This role involves driving a box truck and operating a forklift to facilitate inventory delivery and stocking throughout the resort.

Job Specifications

Onsite: Black Desert Resort 

Shift & Schedule Availability: Year Round / Full Time

The budgeted range starts at $18.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, meals at employee dining room, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays.
• Dynamic Environment: Opportunity to work with amazing team members in a luxurious resort setting with diverse events.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in the culinary and hospitality field.

Job Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Assist in the procurement of goods and services, including food and beverage items, operational supplies, and equipment, ensuring they meet quality and cost specifications.
• Process purchase orders and oversee the delivery of goods and services, ensuring timely and accurate receipt.
• Drive box trucks to transport inventory and supplies between different resort locations as needed.
• Operate a forklift to load and unload goods, ensuring safe handling and storage.
• Maintain and update records of purchased products, delivery information, and invoices.
• Coordinate with various departments to assess their procurement needs and preferences.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage reorder processes to avoid shortages or excessive surplus.
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures.
• Resolve issues related to purchased goods, including defects and delivery delays, liaising with suppliers as necessary.
• Deliver and stock inventory throughout the resort, ensuring proper placement and organization.
• Assist with the upkeep of procurement records in our purchasing software.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Agent or in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Valid driver’s license and experience driving a box truck.
• Certification or experience in operating a forklift.
• Strong negotiation skills and familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
• Solid understanding of supply chain and inventory management systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.