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Compass Group, North America Director of Purchasing - Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey
Levy Sector
Pay Grade: 15
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About Levy
The disruptor in defining the sports and entertainment hospitality experience, Levy is recognized as the market leader and most critically acclaimed hospitality company in its industry. Twice named one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports by Fast Company magazine and one of the top three Best Employers for Diversity in America by Forbes, Levy’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants; iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos and cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers; as well as the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS All-Star Games.
Job Summary
As a Purchasing & Supply Chain Director, you’ll partner with the management teams to source, purchase and manage the best quality, cost effective products to delight our guests.
Detailed Responsibilities
Leading all location level facets of buying, warehouse management, payables adherence and inventory control
Working with the operations and culinary teams to achieve budget and performance goals
Proactively manage vendors
Maximizing the utilization of Levy’s purchasing and supply chain system
Oversee and mentor junior purchasing team members
Working with the Home Office to set up new vendors as needed - ensuring they meet all necessary insurance and safety standards
Overseeing the regular completion and rotation of inventory
Working with the culinary and operations team to maximize compliance with Levy’s Managed Order Guide
Ensuring the timely placing of orders
Management of order delivery schedule and pricing list
Conducting inventory on a regular basis to minimize loss
Management and checking of deliveries to ensure accurate and safe delivery
Overseeing product storage and rotation
Completion of annual performance and mid-term reviews for on-site purchasing teams
Managing hiring processes for team members
Holding pre-shift meetings with the purchasing team
Managing product transfers and requisition sheets to ensure accurate tracking of product
Processing Concur actions
Ensuring accurate keying of invoices
Leading the management and maintenance of all Birchstreet processes and data
Working with partners on sponsorship deals to ensure a win-win outcome for both Levy and the partner
Working with culinary and operations teams to optimize cost of goods
Forecasting items with vendors
Identifying slow and dead stock items, working with culinary and operations teams to address the issue
Working with operations teams loading of product to locations
Providing opportunity buys for new menu items
Skills and Experience
5+ years in a Purchasing/Supply Chain role
High level of computer literacy
Passion for hospitality, food, and retail
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
Operational experience in food and beverage is preferred
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Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group/Levy is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass/Levy, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
At Levy, team = family. And we’ll always take care of family, learn more about Levy benefits offered.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Flexible Time Off Plan
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Levy maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Levy.pdf) for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1374475
Levy Sector
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