ABOUT WESTGATE RESORTS
Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!

General Summary Of Duties:

The emphasis of this role is to execute on Strategic Sourcing initiatives, supplier development, internal relationship building, cost savings/avoidance, and successful negotiations that impact both property and corporate. The Purchasing Manager will increase company profitability and internal customer satisfaction through purchasing materials and services in a timely manner, at the best quality, and at the lowest cost.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Implement F&B supply chain strategy;
2. Manage F&B Buyer(s);
3. Negotiate pricing, transportation and payment terms with vendors;
4. Provide oversight for all internal F&B orders;
5. Using SWS application compile data and reporting;
6. Responsible for continuous improvement to Quality of products and services;
7. Maintain and uphold material product specifications;
8. Ensure Quality and Food Safety training for team members;
9. Assist in product trace back and recalls;
10. Ensure that kitchens are supplied with daily demands to assure customer order fulfillment;
11. Responsible for resolving discrepancies, establish and maintain an adequate inventory on all products purchased;
12. Responsible for reducing safety stock inventory and PAR levels for all outlets;
13. Responsible for lowering cost per pound and/or case for incoming products;
14. Reduce waste;
15. Work with vendors to improve and maintain relationships;
16. Enforce all loads arrive with either a letter of guarantee and/or COA;
17. Ensure paperwork is processed correctly and efficiently;
18. Responsible for reporting and reaching goals set forth by KPI's;
19. Tender RFx’s, review, and summarize findings for Director’s approval;
20. Follow and enforce any and all additional duties or responsibilities assigned by Director of Purchasing.

Performance Requirements: (Knowledge, SKILLS, and abilities)

1. Minimum of 10+ years of procurement experience in a hotel/casino setting
2. 5+ years managing Buyers.
3. Financial, mathematical, statistical and consumer research experience preferred to read, interpret and understand how internal and external factors influence financial results.
4. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business.
5. Previous experience in purchasing perishable goods.
6. Experience in purchasing F&B categories.
7. Proficient in MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel. (VLook Ups, Pivot Charts, experience with large data sets).
8. Expert in Stratton Warren.
9. Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.
10. Ability to adapt in a cross-functional team environment.
11. Excellent communication skills and detail oriented.
12. Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.
13. Ability to maintain the highest level of integrity and always do the right thing, in the best interest of the company.