Franchised Director of Purchasing - Military Veterans

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u003cbu003eJob Numberu003c/bu003e 23097476u003cbru003eu003cbu003eJob Categoryu003c/bu003e Procurement, Purchasing, and Quality Assuranceu003cbru003eu003cbu003eLocationu003c/bu003e The Westin Anaheim Resort, 1030 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, California, United States VIEW ON MAPu003cbru003eu003cbu003eScheduleu003c/bu003e Full-Timeu003cbru003eu003cbu003eLocated Remotely?u003c/bu003e Nu003cbru003eu003cbu003eRelocation?u003c/bu003e Nu003cbru003eu003cbu003ePosition Typeu003c/bu003e Managementu003cbru003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eAdditional Information: u003c/strongu003eThis hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Wincome Management. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including the selection and hiring process. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eJOB SUMMARYu003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eThe Director of Purchasing works closely with various departments at Westin, Avenue of the Arts and The Anaheim Hotel in sourcing products, supplies, materials and equipment; negotiates the most cost-effective purchases according to the specifications; gives advice to department heads on new trends of products and supplies; manages inventory controls to meet departments' needs; and will be in charge of creating a centralized purchasing program for the hotels and supervising the operation and all employees in the Purchasing and Storeroom.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eSupervisor Responsibilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;This position has 4 direct reports.u0026nbsp;u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;You will be responsible for supervision of employee performance and developmental coaching. u0026nbsp;This position carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;This position sets specific goals and objectives for all the employees supervised. Establishes and communicates performance criteria to all employees. Establishes and reinforces specific performance goals with subordinate employees and provides timely feedback.u0026nbsp;u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Formally reviews and evaluates performance goals and objectives on a regular basis of all employees under your supervision.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;When appropriate and needed, disciplining and creating performance improvement plans for employees, and when necessary terminating employees under your supervision for performance related issues.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Will interview and hire all purchasing staff for opening of Westin Anaheim Hotel.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Oversee the implementation and compliance of the Avendra procurement program for the hotels and corporate office.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eOther Responsibilitiesu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Manage the Birchstreet purchasing systems and be the company expert for all system related issues, training, upgrades and its effective use throughout the company.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Prepare and analyze proposals and determine appropriate selection of suppliers based on the company standards and expectations.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Manages and audits inventoryu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Negotiate cost effective purchases for all supplies and services, while meeting all guidelines and quality specifications.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Examine and review proposed products and services to determine compliance with departmental specifications or standards, suggest substitute items when beneficial.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Analyze market conditions.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Review of vendor/contractor historyu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Review the requests and specifications recommended by department heads.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Purchasing, coordination of FFu0026amp;E and OSu0026amp;E items as required for capital projects.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Primary focus and responsibility for the procurement process for FFu0026amp;E and OSu0026amp;E for the Westin Anaheim Resort which is under construction at this time and set to open in August 2020u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Be knowledgeable and provide guidance on shipping, logistics, warehousing, customs and import rules/laws and processes.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Standardize items in common use to eliminate unnecessary variations/features and lower costs through bulk purchasing.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Analyze trade journals, catalogues, directories and other technical material with respect to market and price conditions.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Initiate and implement research of new products and technologiesu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Conduct monthly/quarterly inventories.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Review stock inventory levels and purchase patternsu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Maintain internal control and audit requirementsu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Prepare necessary purchasing documentsu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Check and approve purchase ordersu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Maintain library of resource materials.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Prepare/Update all records, log books, journals, involving purchasing standards and procedures.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Provide accounting staff with required approved documentation.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Develop specific departmental goals and plans.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Communicate departmental status to Financial Controller on a determined periodical basis.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Promote and maintain effective communication and interactions with all departments.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Continually strive to create a more professional, effective, and productive department.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Purchases must remain in line with budget and forecasted business levels.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Maintain an Inventory turnover ratio within industry standards.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Order brand standard products unless you have written approval from GM's.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Send RFP's out for new quotes no less than once a year.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Prepare par and inventory standards for all departments.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Manage and maintain product returns and credits with the accounting department.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Ensure all hotel inventories are properly secured.u0026nbsp;u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Perform audits with hotel security and accounting staff.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Dress in a professional business attire.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eREQUIREMENTS:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Bachelor’s degree preferred.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Minimum of 3 years in hospitality with related purchasing experience in a full-service hotel with 500 rooms.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Complete knowledge and understanding of the hospitality industry, purchasing policies and procedures.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Proficiency working with various computer programs including but not limited to Birchstreet and Microsoft Office Suite.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Proven record of organization, detail-oriented, and able to make productive and efficient decisions.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Should have prior experience with Avendra or similar purchasing platform.u003cbru003e•u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;u0026nbsp;Must be able to travel to various properties.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003ciu003eThis company is an equal opportunity employer.u003c/iu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003efrnch1u003c/pu003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003e

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