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AJS Hotels · 2 months ago

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

AJS Hotels is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Manager to oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department. The role involves collaborating with various departments to assess material needs, preparing purchase orders, and managing vendor relationships.

HospitalityProperty DevelopmentProperty Management

Responsibilities

Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions

Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables

Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports

Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment

Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management

Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids

Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers

Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems

Acts as the companys representative in negotiations with suppliers

Administers the departmental budget

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Analytical skillsNegotiation skillsLeadership skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCustomer service skillsTask prioritizationBusiness principles understandingMaterials knowledgeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementProblem-solving skills