Responsible for executing daily procurement activities that ensure uninterrupted hospitality operations.
Source and procure goods and services across hospitality and indirect operational categories.
Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and contract documentation in accordance with procurement policies.
Coordinate order fulfillment, delivery schedules, and issue resolution with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Monitor inventory levels and reorder points to support operational continuity.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing standards, approval thresholds, and audit requirements.
Resolve non-routine procurement issues by analyzing root causes and recommending solutions.
Manage supplier relationships and supports commercial effectiveness.
Support supplier selection activities, including bid reviews, RFQs/RFPs, and comparative analyses.
Assist with pricing, terms, and service-level negotiations in alignment with strategic sourcing guidance.
Administer contracts, track renewals, and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
Maintain and update vendor records, price lists, and preferred supplier documentation.
Manage and report on supplier scorecards, service issues, and corrective actions.
Escalate supplier performance or risk issues to leadership and sourcing teams as appropriate.
Provide analytical support and drive cost and process improvements.
Conduct market and industry research related to hospitality goods, services, and supplier trends.
Create and analyze reports on spending, pricing, supplier performance, cost savings, and usage trends.
Identify cost-reduction, demand-management, and efficiency opportunities without compromising service quality.
Support forecasting, budgeting, and demand planning in partnership with finance and operations.
Assist strategic sourcing teams with data preparation and implementation of sourcing initiatives.
Share best practices and provide guidance or training to junior procurement staff as needed.

Requirements

Supplier negotiation, contract administration, and vendor relationship management
Working knowledge of procurement and purchasing best practices, pricing structures, and hospitality supply categories
Ability to analyze spending, market trends, cost drivers, and supplier performance metrics to identify risks and cost-saving opportunities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present data-driven insights clearly
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, strategic sourcing, and service teams
Understanding of hospitality operational needs, service-level expectations, inventory management, and demand planning concepts
Ability to independently resolve non-routine procurement issues using sound judgment and analytical thinking
Strong time-management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Capability to mentor or provide guidance to junior procurement staff
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience using ERP or procurement systems
Ability to balance cost control, quality standards, and guest experience considerations.

Benefits

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package.
Competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Programs.
Paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.
Physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.
An onsite restaurant, onsite fitness facility with full gym, in-person and virtual workout classes, yoga / barre studio, volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, and a disc golf course.

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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