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Director of Purchasing

Marriott International Inc
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Manages the purchasing of supplies and products used at a location. Formulates an approved vendors list encompassing all categories. Purchases and approves payment of items following the correct procedures that have been established.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

  • 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; or a minimum of 4 years' experience in Purchasing or a related field.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies

  • Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
  • Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.
  • Ensures compliance with all brand established systems and procedures.
  • Creates a Purchase Requisition / Purchase Order System for the property and ensures employees are trained on this system.
  • Conducts inventories.
  • Ensures accurate administration of all invoices and adheres to proper bookkeeping procedures.
  • Maintains operations by developing policies and procedures.
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Ensures inspection of all deliveries to verify accuracy and quality of product.
  • Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
  • Implements and enforces all control procedures for property goods entering through the purchasing / receiving areas.
  • Ensures staff is properly trained regarding procedures, sanitation, equipment handling and chemical usage.
  • Ensures compliance with sanitary procedures.
  • Maintains inventory controls for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions etc.
  • Leading Purchasing Operations

  • Supervises operations of Purchasing Department.
  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial / business decision making; demonstrates honesty / integrity; leads by example.
  • Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
  • Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
  • Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
  • Solicits employee feedback and uses an "open door policy."
  • Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hiring training to successfully perform their job.
  • Reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
  • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
  • Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge

  • Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
  • Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
  • Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
  • Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to maintain financial management of the department.
  • Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

  • Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.
  • Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.
  • Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and / or accrued.
  • Manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
  • Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
  • Keeps departments informed by confirming and clarifying purchase orders or contracts.
  • Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
  • Informs and / or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
  • The salary range for this position is $99,000 to $132,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

    The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

    Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

    About the Team

    Why have less when you can have MORE - all under one roof? Rooted in our expertise and leadership in meetings and experiences, Gaylord Hotels intentionally deliver environments, services and programming that bring people together in an extraordinary way. The heart of our brand are STARs, who are creative, entrepreneurial and dedicated to providing thoughtful, big-hearted service to guests. At Gaylord, we provide STARs with opportunities well beyond that of a traditional hotel-offering you endless career opportunities, the extras, and MORE. In joining Gaylord, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

    Salary : $99,000 - $132,000

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