Purchasing Assistant Manager - Year Round

alterra; Utah; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski perks

Friends and family ski discounts

Subsidized meals

Subsidized housing

Discounts at Park City outlets

Healthcare options

401k plan

Job summary

Alterra Mountain Company is seeking a Purchasing Assistant Manager for Flex Year Round facilities at our Utah resort. You will oversee daily procurement, receiving, and distribution for food, beverage, and janitorial needs, ensuring optimal inventory, quality products, and seamless service delivery across all storerooms.

In a high-volume luxury environment, you will bridge vendor relationships with internal teams, forecast needs, and supervise storeroom staff while maintaining strict security

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of work-related experience in food or purchasing.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Excel.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Staffing, Training, and Supervision of Storeroom Clerks and Crew Leader.
• Inventory Management, ordering, and forecasting for storerooms.
• Purchasing, records-keeping, and vendor relations; ensure on-time deliveries.

Skills

Food purchasing

Procurement software

Excel

Strong communication

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Flex Year Round

Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!

Benefits

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match

Purpose of Position

The Purchasing Assistant Manager is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing the daily procurement, receiving, and distribution lifecycle for all food, beverage, and janitorial needs across resort departments. In a high-volume luxury environment, this role ensures seamless operations by maintaining optimal inventory levels, securing high quality products, and supporting uninterrupted service delivery. This position plays a critical role in bridging vendor relationships with internal storeroom operations, ensuring clear communication, accurate forecasting, and efficient product flow.

Responsibilities

• Staffing, Training, and Supervision
  • Interview and hire Storeroom Clerks and Storeroom Crew Leader
  • Explain and educate employees on storeroom procedures, products, and organization
  • Help train and supervise storeroom personnel in all storeroom locations on all software procedures, products, and organization
• Inventory Management & Product Ordering
  • Assist the Purchasing Manager in day-to-day buying supplies, tracking deliveries, and ensuring supplies arrive on time
  • Inventory control, lead day-to-day and month-end inventories and quarterly physical stock-takes for all storerooms
  • Compile all orders in a timely fashion to ensure no shortages or outages occur
  • Order wine for The Brass Tag, Cast and Cut Seafood, Fireside, Royal Street Cafe, East Village, and future outlets
  • Coordinate all goods deliveries and pick-ups
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to forecast needs
• Purchasing, Accounting, Vendor Relations, and Oversight
  • Execute daily purchase orders for all Food, Beverage including beer, liquor, wine, and janitorial supplies on business demand and par levels
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation
  • Implement and monitor strict security protocols for high-value assets, including liquor, wine, and food
  • Coordinate closely with internal departments to understand needs and timing, preventing shortages or overstocking
  • Follow-up on orders to ensure correct delivery dates
  • Make plant visits to various suppliers to remain familiar with their operation
  • Review seasonal menus with Director of Beverage and all chefs from each location and division
  • Maintain an approved vendor list, auditing performance for quality, punctuality, and price compliance
  • Discuss with vendors information related to product, price, availability, service, and delivery date
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of work-related experience in food or purchasing
• Must be 21 years or older
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs regularly

Dates of Employment

• Flex Year Round – may have periods of layoff or reduced hours

Pay

• $65-70K annually

Deer Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.