Purchasing Manager

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Shoreham Hotel seeks a Purchasing Manager to support the Director of Purchasing in acquiring food, beverage, and non-perishable items at optimal economics based on activity. Serve as liaison between the resort and supplier representatives to meet department objectives.

You will supervise storeroom staff, coordinate with storeroom and culinary teams, and participate in meetings to align menus with par inventories and outlet needs while managing training and vendor performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as storeroom attendant in a high volume, upscale hotel.
• Experience coordinating food and beverage supply needs.
• Familiarity with purchasing bid procedures and vendor evaluation.
• Proficient in using purchasing software and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise the Purchasing/Receiving hourly staff.
• Coordinate storeroom activities for food and beverage requirements.
• Attend food and beverage meetings and forecast reviews.
• Maintain communications with chefs and catering on inventory and menus.
• Oversee training for subordinates on purchasing processes and applications.

Skills

Guest service

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Decision making

Communication

Tools

Birch Street

OnTrack

Kronos

WinRetail

MS Office

Job description

Omni Shoreham Hotel

An icon among Washington, D.C. hotels, the Omni Shoreham has hosted presidents, world leaders and inaugural balls since its inception in 1930. Nestled within one of the city’s premier residential and diplomatic neighborhoods, this 13.5-acre resort boasts over 100,000 Sq Ft of meeting and event space, 4.5 acres of pristine gardens, outdoor terraces, outdoor pool and health club truly make this the resort hotel of the Nation’s Capital.

The Omni Shoreham Hotel’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Shoreham may be your perfect match.

Purchasing Manager

Overview

This role will provide support to the Director of Purchasing for the acquisition of food, beverage, and non-perishable purchases at maximum economics based on business activity and act as a liaison between the resort and supplier representatives in the procurement of goods and services required to achieve the objectives of each department.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise the Purchasing/Receiving hourly staff through delegation of work tasks to achieve set objectives.


• Coordinate and monitor work performed by storeroom associates, specifically food and beverage requirements according to forecasted menus.


• Attend all food and beverage and related meetings such as menu tie-down, weekly forecast and financial services.


• Maintain close communications with the chefs and catering department on requirements for future menu events to evaluate menus against par inventories in determining necessary requirements for outlets and banquet functions.


• Establish and maintain training tools for subordinates to achieve a better knowledge and understanding of the purchasing process and applications such as: product familiarity, receiving and storage standards. EOM reconciliation of food and beverage, EOM accounts payable closing.


• Responsible for department training, reviews, disciplinary actions and associate recognitions.


• Evaluate vendor performance in compliance to purchasing bid procedures.


• Monitors vendor ability to provide timely and consistent quality according to established specifications.


• Interact with other departments to ensure that guest needs are satisfied.


• Responsible for with monthly inventory.


• Maintain a flexible schedule at all times because the hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.


• Work daily with accounts payable to ensure Birchstreet is accurate and up-to-date.


• Manage weekly bid process to ensure the best prices are being obtained on frequently purchased items.


• Coordinate weekly wine, liquor and beer purchases, ensuring compliance with state liquor laws.


• Establish and maintain requisition procedures for alcoholic beverages that guarantee maximum control over inventories.


• Champion and drive the All In Omni culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as storeroom attendant in a high volume, upscale Hotel


• Exceptional guest service skills.


• Computer skills including MS Word and Excel.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment.


• Be able to make quick decisions and possess good judgment.


• Physical Requirements:


• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, stoop, bend and lift items of moderate to heavy weight.


• Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.


• Working Environment:


• Interior of hotel and clubhouse.


• Frequent travel around resort property.


• Exposure to various weather conditions.


• Tools & Equipment:


• Birch Street, OnTrack, Kronos, WinRetail, MS Office


• Computer, copy machine


• Hand truck, lift-jack and dolly


• Forklift

Omni Hotels & Resorts Is An Equal Opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer.

The EEO Is The Law Poster Is Available Using The Following Link.

EEOC is the Law Poster.

Omni Hotels & Resorts does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.