Strategic Purchasing Lead

Commerce Casino; Commerce, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Commerce Casino is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Manager to support procurement operations, supervise staff, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely acquisition of goods and services. This role exercises independent judgment in coordinating purchasing activities, resolving issues, and implementing strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

You will direct day-to-day purchasing, train Buyers and Coordinators, review transactions for budget compliance, negotiate terms, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing, preferably in casino/hospitality
• Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and contract administration
• Experience negotiating with vendors and managing procurement operations with measurable impact
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP and purchasing systems

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing day-to-day purchasing operations.
• Supervise Buyers and Purchasing Coordinators to ensure efficient workflow and development.
• Review purchasing activities to ensure alignment with budget and standards.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories and services.
• Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate terms, and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Leadership

Data analysis

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Commerce Casino is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Manager to support procurement operations, supervise staff, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely acquisition of goods and services. This role exercises independent judgment in coordinating purchasing activities, resolving issues, and implementing strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

You will direct day-to-day purchasing, train Buyers and Coordinators, review transactions for budget compliance, negotiate terms, and