Purchasing Clerk initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Clerk interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Clerk coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary Description: The Hilton Denver Inverness Hotel is seeking a Purchasing Agent responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels of food and supplies, calculating figures for inventory and orders, completing requisition forms, and notifying the supervisor of low levels and damaged/incorrect items. This position will ensure adherence to all food safety standards
Why you should apply for this position today:
- Opportunity for career growth
- Work with a close-knit team
- Participate in making a positive impact on the environment and community
Skills:
- Clear and effective communication
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Organization and record-keeping
- Basic computer skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Knowledge of food safety and handling procedures
Responsibilities:
- Calculate figures for food inventory, orders, and costs
- Maintain clear and organized records and filing systems
- Complete requisition forms and notify supervisor of low levels
- Verify and track received inventory and complete inventory reports and logs
- Reconcile shipping invoices and receiving reports
- Receive, unload, and process deliveries
- Troubleshoot vendor delivery issues
- Adhere to all food safety and handling policies and procedures
- Monitor PAR levels for all food items
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior experience in purchasing
- Knowledge of food and beverage industry including inventory control and purchasing systems Similar
Pay Range: $17.50-$18.50 Based on Experience
Application Deadline: June 30, 2024, or until the position has been filled.
Full Time Position Benefits
NOTE: This description excludes non-essential and marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the fundamental job duties. Furthermore, the specific examples in each section are not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, they represent the typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the associate’s supervisor. Furthermore, this description is subject to change, in the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise; each associate remains, at all times, an “at will” associate.