Purchasing Manager

Affinity Gaming; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Gaming seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement across inventory, operations and food & beverage for our properties. You will drive supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ethical sourcing to support property operations.

Responsibilities include strategic sourcing, stakeholder collaboration, and implementing systems to streamline procurement while promoting sustainability and ethical sourcing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field required.
• 5+ years of full-time experience with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices.
• Experience implementing sustainable and socially responsible procurement practices.
• Budgeting, cost optimization and negotiation expertise.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support procurement of inventory and non-inventory products, supplies, equipment, and services for property operation.
• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and ethics.
• Negotiate contracts and terms to secure favorable pricing and terms.
• Source and assess potential suppliers against predefined criteria.
• Maintain supplier relationships through regular communication and performance reviews.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on trends, capabilities and pricing.

Skills

Procurement principles

Budgeting & cost optimization

Negotiation techniques

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

Automated procure-to-pay software

Punch-outs/EDIs

Contract & vendor management tools

Job description

Job Details

Description

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing and supporting the procurement of inventory and non-inventory operational and food and beverage products, supplies, equipment, and services necessary for property operation

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and supporting the procurement of inventory and non-inventory operational and food and beverage products, supplies, equipment, and services necessary for property operation
• Identifies, evaluates and selects suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost-effectiveness and adherence to ethical and sustainability standards.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Source and negotiate with potential suppliers, assess their capabilities and evaluate their suitability based on predefined criteria.
• Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue resolution.
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends, supplier capabilities and pricing fluctuations.
• Provide support and build internal customer relationships with property staff to include collaborating on procurement planning, drafting RFP documents, proposal review and evaluation, negotiation, and technical aspects of contract administration and compliance.
• Supports and assists the Director/Head of Purchasing with the implementation of information systems to enhance procurement functions including development of associated policies, procedures, and performance metrics to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Implement sustainable and socially responsible strategic sourcing practices, including supporting local and diverse suppliers and promoting ethical sourcing.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing and sourcing activities.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field and 5+ years of full-time administrative and/or professional level experience, 3 years of which were in a team management capacity. Equivalent combination of formal education and appropriate related experience may be considered.
• Self-starter with an analytical mind, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices.
• Experience in implementing sustainable and socially responsible procurement practices.
• Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization and negotiation techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Motivate team by inspiring positive communication to work together toward achieving goals.
• Proficiency in automated procure-to-pay software solutions and tools, i.e. punch-outs, electronic data interchange (EDIs), contract and vendor management.
• Knowledge of RedRock and Stratton Warren procurement software a plus. Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to read and communicate verbally in English.
• Position requires some travel.

Disclaimer

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Employee benefits may vary by location, position, length of service and employment status. Final candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check. Many positions will require a state gaming license. Affinity Gaming is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status. Affinity Gaming is an E-Verify Employer.