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Desert Diamond Casinos Buyer (West Valley) in Glendale, Arizona
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6767198
Reviews, approves and process purchasing requests for goods and service to ensure compliance with purchasing procedures, the vendor licensing process and user requirements. * Issues purchase orders for goods and services, maintains vendor information and product pricing in computer software. * Researches and prepares written bids and proposals requests: Request for Proposal (RFP and Request for Quote (RFQ), negotiates prices, analyzes bid responses and prepares supporting spreadsheets, comparisons, recommendations and justifications; assists in bid openings. * Prepares stocking agreements for review by the Purchasing Manager and Purchasing Director prior to execution. * Communicates and interacts with vendors and departments regarding procurement procedures and status of orders. * Maintains records in accordance with established policies and procedures and audit guidelines. * Reconciles invoice to purchase order discrepancies and obtains vendor credits. * Expedites shipping and deliveries, and monitors usage, inconsistencies, price changes and vendor back orders. * May order uniforms for all locations, and distributes uniforms to team members as needed. * Monitors weekly dollar amount spend for unlicensed Food and Beverage vendors to prevent 10K Compact and compliance violations. * Prepares and distributes Food and Beverage 10K vendor report to managers and administration under the direction of the Purchasing Manager. * Assists in Conducting vendor site visits and business reviews. * Evaluates, monitors and maintains related files on vendor performance, pricing, quality and provides documentation of vendor issues. * Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required. * Performs other duties as required. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: Associates Degree in Business or related field plus 2 years purchasing experience in a food and beverage, hospitality or casino environment, 1 of the 2 years of which must have been in a Buyer role; or 2 years of working experience within the TOGE Purchasing Department; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid Drivers License with a clean driving record and be insurable (for driving). Must be able to type at least 35 wpm on a timed test. Must pass a proficiency test in Word and Excel. No felony, theft or stealing convictions. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain a gaming license and to include the following: Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications: