Senior Food & Beverage Buyer


Job Details

Description:

~ WE CREATE WINNING EXPERIENCES ~

SUMMARY: Negotiate and purchase goods and services for the Food & Beverage division.

- Perform Requests for Proposal (RFP) and quotes (RFQ), negotiate prices, analyzes bids and prepare supporting documentation, recommendations and justifications
- Maximize profits through high quality, cost effective purchases
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements and maintain records for audits
- Execute of required procurement
- Monitor, set and adjust food and beverage specification and PARs, including disposables, chemicals, equipment and supplies
- Negotiate bids and prepare procurement contracts and stocking agreements for review
- Maintain strong partnerships with vendors
- Complete reports and analyze and compile information to facilitate improved practices
- Evaluate market conditions and recommend new products and suppliers to enhance standards and increase profitability, which may include attending events and exhibitions
- Maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance to terms of contracts
- Consult, advise and guide buyers on practices, processes and standards

IDEAL CANDIDATES HAVE:
Required:
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
- 4-year Business Administration degree or related field and 3 years of related purchasing and negotiating experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), Windows and purchasing software applications
- High level organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent problem solving, negotiating and conflict resolution skills
- Proficiency in sourcing products and suppliers
- Ability to control purchasing expenses with a cost effective mindset
- Ability to manage purchases in a timely and efficient manner
- Ability to make decisions and solve problems through analyzation and evaluation

~ Four reasons why our Team Members have chosen to stick around for 20+ years!~

o The People - amazing to work with and to take care of.
o The Benefits - affordable health coverage, no cost on-site clinic, 401(k) and match and so much more.
o The Career - well-paying opportunities to develop and grow with or without a degree.
o The Little Things - Length of Service Award, Team Member of the Month (WAVE of Excellence) Program, random free meals & ice cream, Holiday food vouchers, Team Member parties, discounts on fuel at Dakota Station, discounts throughout the property and more!





 Treasure Island Resort & Casino

 04/25/2024

 Welch,MN / Red Wing,MN / Hastings,MN / Vermillion,MN / Hager City,WI / Cannon Falls,MN / Hampton,MN