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- Grand Plaza Hotel, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
- The Beachcomber Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Benchmark’s company culture is central to our management philosophy. The company’s stated purpose is “to provide an entrepreneurial environment where determined people dare to create, share, and build futures.
To be the “benchmark” by which all others are judged takes passion, courage, and dedication. We invite you to explore our extraordinary offering of unique opportunities, all with a common goal of providing an unforgettable journey.
Job Description Summary:The Director of Purchasing is responsible for all purchasing procedures, functions and duties concerning purchasing and receiving. This position is directly responsible for supporting two distinctive operations, including ordering and receiving supplies, immediately storing and issuing these products, implementation and maintenance of all internal control and audit policies and procedures.
Job Description:
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A college degree is preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft applications and other database systems.
- Detail oriented, communication and multi-tasking skills.
- Supervisory, management experience.
- At least 5 years in related Purchasing position at hotel or conference center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Coordinate and expedite all general purchasing orders except for sales and promotional materials, and engineering materials and products for the facility.
- Responsible for the specification verification, previous consumption distribution of purchase orders, the upkeep of vendor files, the follow-up and tracing of outstanding orders.
- Act as the liaison between Benchmark Equipment Company and the property.
- Oversee the daily operations of the Purchasing Department through inspections, timely and careful review of all paperwork, employee supervision and training.
- Must be able to consistently move heavy boxes weighing up to and more than 75 pounds.
- Knowledge of Broadliners/ Seafoods and Produce Familiarity.
- Works closely with Executive Chef and Food and Beverage Director
- Knowledge of Beer, Liquor and Wine
- Ability to build and maintain vendor relationships.
- Understanding of purchasing and receiving standards, Ecosure, HACCP documentation.
- Food and beverage inventory system knowledge.
- Familiarity with 3rd Party purchasing systems.
- Understanding a GPO.
- Understanding Budgets and Budget Controls.
- ServeSafe Certified.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
- Respond to any reason request made by the Director of Finance, Director of F&B or General Manger.
ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with good lighting and ventilation.
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, is a trailblazer in the development, management, marketing and owner‐advisory services of resorts, hotels, conference centers and exclusive private clubs. In addition to the company’ iconic Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio, the Gemstone Collection is a distinctive luxury portfolio of independent hotels & resorts in highly preferred destinations.
BENCHMARK’S distinguished and proven reputation is deeply‐rooted in core values that are focused and aligned with exceeding ownership and stakeholder performance expectations. The combined portfolios feature nearly 70 unique and distinctive properties domestically and internationally. The company leadership and valued employees are passionately committed to delivering the industry’ most authentic, enchanted, soulful, vibrant, unrivaled and memory‐making experience.
BENCHMARK’S progressive “Be The Difference” culture and values are a cornerstone to the company’s nearly 40 years of extraordinary achievement and prosperity. Many properties have been recognized with the Benchmark Conference Centers® mark of meeting excellence. www.benchmarkglobalhospitality.com
