Purchasing Manager

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Purchasing & Receiving                                     Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Accounting                                                    Department Head: Director of Finance

Reports to: Director of Finance

Welcome to Conrad Nashville. We offer luxurious accommodations and exceptional service in the ever-evolving Nashville hospitality industry. Join our dynamic team, learn and grow in a culture of collaboration. Our priority is your well-being, which is why we offer competitive compensation packages, healthcare insurance, 401k plans, and team member discounts. Living and working in Nashville provides access to diverse cultural attractions, entertainment venues and culinary experiences. At Conrad Nashville, you can make a positive impact and be part of a world-class hospitality brand. Join us and discover all that we have to offer.

Job Summary

We are seeking an individual who can provide support to our Purchasing team and our entire Hotel through the coordination of our in-house storerooms. To be successful in the role, organizational acumen will be essential, as well as a detail-oriented eye and strong communication ability.

Job Duties

• Receive and stage merchandise by department, mark appropriately for placement in hotel, and deliver merchandise to appropriate department.
• Stack received merchandise on pallets or carts.
• Receive deliveries, store perishables properly, and rotate stock.
• Inspect deliveries and date times to verify freshness, cleanliness, consistency, and quality throughout case lots.
• Refuse acceptance of damaged, unacceptable, or incorrect items.
• Adhere to food safety and handling policies and procedures across all food-related areas.
• Examine all incoming items for defects and note defects on invoice or bill of lading before driver leaves.
• Verify all incoming items by physical count versus invoice or bill of lading, note shortages and/or items refused on invoice or bill of lading; sign invoice and send to Accounting Department.
• Weigh all items which are priced by the pound (catch weight items) to verify invoice accuracy; note discrepancies on invoice/bill of leading, and take credit on same where applicable.
• Store all nonfood items in the dry storage room; assist with issuing supplies from this area.
• Deliver all items to appropriate department office, including office supplies.
• Assist in the food store room with storage and issuing of food products.
• Pack products for return to vendor and fill out proper paperwork.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Strong math skills
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, guests etc.
• Passion for hospitality and customer service focused.
• Team player
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Can communicate well with guests, supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions from supervisor. 

Physical Requirements

• Most work tasks are performed indoors, temperature can be very hot with or without control of environmental systems.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to maneuver between stations and areas efficiently and easily.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity. 
• Must be flexible to work any day of the week, weekends, and holidays if assigned.

Benefits:

• 401k after 90 days, fully vested, company match to 4%
• Medical (3 plan choices)
• Dental (2 Plan choices)
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off 
• Hilton Honors Team Member Discounts
• Northwood Hospitality Discounts 

EEO and ADA Statements

Conrad Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support and encourage diversity in the workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.