Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Manager, Procurement, this role is responsible for the acquisition of goods and services for the Company’s properties ensuring adherence to the Company’s policies and procedures, this role contributes to ensuring a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members.
Key Accountabilities:
Consults catalogues and other references to obtain prices and specifications
Places Purchase Orders (both blanket and regular); tracks orders; liaise with vendors, couriers and customs brokers to maintain on-time delivery schedules
Sources and purchases goods and services; provides efficient, value-based recommendations to internal clients
Consolidates purchases to leverage buying power
Identifies opportunities to reduce costs, add value and/or increase supply chain efficiencies across all operating sites
Liaises and communicates effectively with all appropriate operational departments
Develops and cultivates strong working relationships with all stakeholders: guests, ownership, team members and vendors
Ensures compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations
Prepares purchasing reports on acquisitions, disposals, spoilage, non-received, back- ordered goods, etc. as directed
Responds to, resolves or escalates purchasing issues; liaises with Accounts Payable to resolve billing issues
Education and Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
Post-secondary education experience considered an asset
Minimum 4 years of purchasing experience; gaming and hospitality experience an asset
Prior experience within hospitality and/or gaming an asset
Working towards or completion of Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation an asset
Computer literacy in MS Office; (Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint) required
Experience with JDE Oracle and Raindrop or a similar ERP required
Able to work independently and as part of a diverse team
Ability to exceed internal and external customer expectations through timely, effective and service oriented communication
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Ability to maintain confidential information
