Purchasing Manager - American Royal Center

Levy Restaurants; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Levy is hiring a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement for the venue and ensure products and supplies meet daily operations and event needs. You will manage vendor relationships, purchasing processes, inventory controls, and cost management while aligning with culinary, warehouse, concessions, premium, and operations teams.

The role requires 3+ years in purchasing/supply chain or hospitality management, with experience in high-volume food/beverage settings and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Oversee purchasing for food, beverage, and operations to support daily and event needs.
• Forecasting, ordering, and inventory controls to maintain levels and costs.
• Vendor negotiations and supplier relationship management for quality and price.
• Experience in high-volume food/beverage hospitality environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all purchasing activities for food, beverage, and operational supplies.
• Maintain inventory levels through forecasting, ordering, and controls.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships for quality, pricing, and timely deliveries.
• Monitor budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs while upholding standards.
• Conduct inventory audits and month-end close to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with culinary, warehouse, concessions, premium, and operations teams.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

Vendor negotiations

Budgeting

Data analysis

Food safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Inventory software

Job description

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

Levy Sector

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

About Levy

The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy's diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.

Job Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement and inventory functions for the venue to ensure products and supplies are available to support daily operations and event execution. This position manages vendor relationships, purchasing processes, inventory controls, and cost management while ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with company standards. The Purchasing Manager partners closely with culinary, warehouse, concessions, premium, and operations teams to maintain appropriate inventory levels and support financial objectives.

Job Requirements

• Oversee all purchasing activities for food, beverage, and operational supplies to support daily operations and event execution
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels through forecasting, ordering, and inventory controls
• Develop and manage relationships with vendors to ensure quality products, competitive pricing, and timely deliveries
• Monitor purchasing budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining operational standards
• Conduct inventory audits, cycle counts, and month-end inventory processes to ensure accuracy
• Collaborate with culinary, warehouse, concessions, premium, and operations teams to support business needs
• Review purchasing reports and analyze inventory trends to improve operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards
• Resolve product shortages, delivery discrepancies, and vendor-related issues in a timely manner
• Support financial goals through effective inventory management, waste reduction, and cost control initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing, supply chain, inventory management, or hospitality management experience
• Experience managing purchasing operations in a high-volume food and beverage or hospitality environment
• Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management systems, and purchasing best practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and inventory management software
• Experience with vendor negotiations, purchasing contracts, and supplier relationship management
• Strong understanding of inventory controls, product rotation, and food safety standards
• Ability to analyze purchasing data, inventory trends, and financial reports
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred

Curious about Life at Levy? Check it out: Levy Culture

At Levy, team = family. And we'll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1557576

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