Venetian Meetings · 1 month ago
SR BUYER - PROCUREMENT
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expThe Venetian Meetings is seeking a Senior Buyer – Procurement to manage the entire supply chain for assigned commodities. The role involves developing commodity strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring best-in-class pricing while adhering to company policies.
Events Services
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive commodity strategies that documents sourcing approaches, preferred suppliers, cost performance and gaps, quality performance and gaps, logistics solutions and technology roadmaps
Excel in supplier negotiations using multiple approaches such as market tests, long term agreements, and cost models
Perform comprehensive evaluations to ensure best-in-class pricing based on total cost of ownership
Summarize sourcing recommendation and be able to convince stakeholders of sourcing recommendation
Issue purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on prompt shipments at the appropriate quality levels
Interface with user departments as the procurement specialist that allows management to make the right procurement decisions
Visit suppliers regularly to understand manufacturing processes and new developments
Safety is an essential function of this job
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this job
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
21 years of age
Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to obtain and maintain any other certification or license, as required by law or policy
Bachelor's degree required in a related field or an equivalent experience, with an MBA preferred
4 years' experience in Purchasing or a related field
Ability to perform complex analysis for supplier and material contracts, develop long range commodity plans, streamline operational procedures, perform continuous improvement activities, recommend and establish inventory levels, and present project reports to senior management
Knowledge of financial and cost management, PO and contract management, and spreadsheet analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites is essential for this role
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with guests and other Team Members of different backgrounds and levels of experience
Must be able to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays
Must be able to lift or carry 10 pounds, unassisted, in the performance of specific tasks, as assigned
Must be able to physically access all areas of the property and drive areas with or without a reasonable accommodation
Must maintain composure under pressure and consistently meet deadlines with internal and external customers and contacts
Must be able to interact appropriately and effectively with guests, management, other team members, and outside contacts
Must be able to work for prolonged periods of time to walk, stand, stretch, bend and kneel
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and busy environment
Must be able to work indoors and be exposed to various environmental factors such as, but not limited to, CRT, noise, dust, and cigarette smoke
Preferred
Knowledge of Ariba inventory system (inputting bids, creating purchase orders)
MBA preferred
Company
Venetian Meetings
The Venetian Resort can fulfill every single attendee need on-property.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase