Assistant Purchasing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description :

The Assistant Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department while assisting the Purchasing Manager.

Job 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.

Required Skills / Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Physical Requirements :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Competent at working independently on recurring projects.

The Galt House Hotel offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, 401k, a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria, complimentary parking, a discounted monthly TARC bus pass and much more.

The Galt House Hotel is a Drug Free Workplace, creating a culture of care where diversity is welcomed.