Senior Buyer - Culinary

Epic; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based compensation

Annual raises and bonuses

Stock grants

Job summary

Epic is seeking a Procurement Specialist based in Madison, WI, responsible for managing procurement for the culinary department, which serves approximately 12,000 meals daily. This role includes collaborating with chefs and stakeholders to maintain vendor relationships and prioritize local sourcing.

Ideal candidates will have procurement experience, exceptional communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. Relocation to Madison is required, with financial assistance provided. Benefits include merit-based compensation, annual raises, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in equipment procurement preferred.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Access required.
• Willingness to relocate to Madison, WI is necessary.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for culinary department equipment and supplies.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on sourcing needs.
• Evaluate suppliers for quality, cost, and sustainability.

Skills

Equipment procurement experience

Excellent communication

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Access proficiency

Job description

Overview

This position is based in Madison, WI and requires relocation to the area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance.

The role focuses on procurement for the culinary department, including large industrial appliances and merchandising equipment, to small wares such as spatulas, whisks, and plates, as well as large quantities of food and consumables. The Epic culinary department serves around 12,000 meals per day and continuously updates facilities to support daily menus with regional, international, and seasonal offerings. You will collaborate with chefs and stakeholders across catering, events, facilities, and accounting to establish, develop, and maintain vendor relationships. We prioritize local sourcing when possible and work with purveyors from local farms to national wholesalers to balance quality, sustainability, and cost.

Learn more about our team at https://careers.epic.com/Jobs/Culinary.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for the culinary department, including equipment, small wares, and consumables. • Develop and maintain relationships with a variety of vendors. • Collaborate with chefs and cross-functional teams to ensure sourcing needs align with menus and operations. • Prioritize local sourcing and evaluate suppliers for quality, cost, and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Equipment procurement experience preferred
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience with Excel and Access
• Willingness to relocate to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• COVID-19 Vaccination

Benefits and Equity

We offer comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career. Merit-based compensation will reflect the impact of your work. You may be eligible for annual raises and bonuses, as well as stock grants. Epic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; diversity, equity, and inclusion are core principles. See our full non-discrimination statement at https://careers.epic.com/EEO.