Purchasing Manager

Ocean Edge is hiring a detail-oriented and strategic Purchasing Manager to join our team! This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of purchasing and inventory control within the Food & Beverage department, ensuring top-quality products are sourced at the most competitive prices.

To plan, organize, and manage all Food & Beverage purchasing functions at Ocean Edge to ensure that the highest quality product is purchased at the best possible price and that orders are placed properly and received in a timely manner. To organize and control Food and Beverage inventories to maintain appropriate levels

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Essential Functions:

· Communicate with the Director of Food and Beverage, Executive Chef, and Sous Chefs and order all food, beverage, and non-food supplies according to Resort needs and specifications.

· Obtain bids from vendors according to the specifications set by the standards and/or department head. Determine the best possible price for the desired items and place orders for all food, beverage and non-food items, being sure to utilize Ocean Edge’s Purchase Order and Checkbook standards when necessary.

· Review shipments to ensure products received are consistent with the orders placed. Responsible for monitoring grades and quality of products to ensure that they meet the Resort’s standards.

· Manage Food and Beverage requisition procedures to ensure each department(s) needs are stocked in a timely manner with the appropriate products as requested by the specific department.

· Monitor appropriate levels of inventories to minimize waste and maximize turnover, following FIFO system while maintaining storage and cleanliness standards as stated by State and Local Health Department requirements.

· Examine and review proposed products and services to determine compliance with departmental specifications or standards, suggest substitute items when beneficial.

· Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.

· Review of vendor/contractor history

· Analyze trade journals, catalogues, directories and other technical material with respect to market and price conditions.

· Initiate and implement research into new products and technologies

· Conduct monthly inventories.

· Monitor key performance indicators to reduce expenses and improve procurement efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications:

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

· Strong ability to lead a team

· Strong attention to detail

· Secure knowledge of raw ingredients and materials common in the Food Service Industry.

· A Strong understanding of inventory control, logistics, and distribution

· Proficiency in analyzing data and making informed decisions

· BS degree preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000