Sun Valley Company Hiring for Food & Beverage Purchasing Manager Full Time

Food & Beverage Purchasing Manager

The Food & Beverage Purchasing Manager works closely with the banquet, restaurant, and lodge operations on coordinating and supervising daily operational buying projects and vendor relationships within the Food & Beverage Department. The position requires high attention to detail, strong communication skills with diplomacy, efficient time management, and self-management. Responsibilities included, but not limited to are, Order Guide Management, Data Entry, Bidding, and Vendor Management. This position s directly to the Executive Director of Food & Beverage.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Giving proper and friendly service/communication to points of contact both in and outside the organization. Effectively communicate with the receiving and distribution team and internal and external contact points.
• Timely and effective communication to the Food & Beverage leadership team verbally and in email responses.
• Managing Sun Valley Company Food & Beverage Vendors & Service providers. Delivery schedules and communications liaison between F&B operations and vendors.
• Utilization of the MyAvendra website and its tools. Familiarity with ing tools to review opportunities in cost savings with a frequent review of Avendra supplier pricing.
• Shopping for the best price, quality, and match to requisition requests.
• Adhere to purchasing policies by the Procurement Department and Food & Beverage Executive Director. No purchases or spending without an approved PO or within COG’s budget parameters.
• Utilize and maintain BirchStreet Procurement Systems (software) for visual spending, order history, declining checkbook maintenance, and invoice processing for the Food & Beverage department.
• Build purchase orders in BirchStreet with details for routing and item information for future Order Guide additions.
• Review purchase orders for approval for Food Purchases. Maintain contracted suppliers and items, not allowing stray spending.
• Birch Street Order Guide maintenance and building to ease of ordering and ensure the correct items are ordered.
• Invoice Data Entry within 3 to 5 days of receiving the product, meeting AP deadlines, and staying up to date for correct Birchstreet Declining Checkbook data.
• Forecasting usage of common items to ensure supply chain success. Planning Purchases for Seasonal businesses and ensuring required need-by dates are met.
• Maintaining parts when necessary. Taking inventories of storerooms and using the information to avoid additional spending when unnecessary.
• Provide s on data entry of spend, inventory, and receiving on a monthly, quarterly & annual basis as scheduled or requested.
• Attend Nicholas Food Shows and other trade shows as assigned for education and new item opportunities.
• Maintenance requests for maintaining company assets (delivery vehicles, equipment, storage areas, and products).
• Always following and practicing Sun Valley Resort’s driving policy.
• Handle pressure by the ability to meet deadlines in a very fast-paced environment.
• Continue to perform the same work according to set procedures, sequence, and pace.
• Ability to receive guidance and supervision; follow work rules, safety practices, and work procedures; meet deadlines, punctuality, and attendance standards.
• Be able to drive in inclement weather conditions.
• Assist with deliveries as needed.
• Reach/bend/twist and stoop/kneel/crouch to place merchandise in storage areas is required.
• Reach/grasp/manipulate all equipment and merchandise safely and adequately.
• Lift/lower and push/pull merchandise from floor level to overhead.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be proficient in Windows Operating Systems: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Autodidactic skills are a must.
• Creative Problem Solving
• Efficient Time Management
• General knowledge of accounting practices and terminology
• Ability to multitask
• Work flexible and long hours as needed by the department.
• Possess a current, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 20 – 50 lbs. on occasion.
• At least 21 years old

Full-Time Benefits:

• Group Medical/Life Coverage
• Flex-Spending Plan
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Sick Time
• Vacation Time
• Capital Accumulation (401k) with a 6% match
• Education Assistance
• Supplemental Insurance

Seasonal Benefits: Seasonal benefits change with each season. Please see HR for a list of the most up-to-date benefits.

***Complimentary Seasonal Lift Pass***

• Mountain Biking (summer employment only)
• Hiking (summer employment only)
• Skiing (winter employment only)

Access to

• Ice Rinks
• Bowling Alley
• Driving Range
• Putting Green

Discounts at

• Restaurants
• Retail Shops
• Spa/Salon
• Rental Equipment
• Trail Rides
• Gun Club
• Golf
• Tennis

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sun Valley, ID 83353: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Food industry: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location