Director of Purchasing - Signia by Hilton Atlanta

Job Description - Director of Purchasing - Signia by Hilton Atlanta (HOT0AZRD)

Work Locations: Signia Atlanta, 159 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, 30313

Signia by Hilton Atlanta is looking for a creative Director of Purchasing to lead their team! The ideal candidate will be a collaborator with all departments in the hotel while creating an organized, controlled procurement operation. Knowledge of food, beverage, and other operating supplies along with a strong financial acumen and solid vendor management is recommended. Come grow your Procurement career with Signia Atlanta.

The Signia by Hilton Atlanta is owned by the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC). This 976-key property with 130,000 square feet of self-contained space is attached to the GWCC and adjacent to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Signia Atlanta is the premier hotel within the city/southeast for conventions and in-house events! Signia is a dynamic, new meetings-and-events-focused brand setting out to transform the industry for meeting professionals and sophisticated business travelers by infusing state-of-the-art technology and design into every aspect of the guest experience.

A Director of Purchasing for Signia Atlanta plans, organizes, directs, and controls all purchasing functions of the hotel to ensure that the highest quality product is purchased at the best possible price. Responsibilities include:

• Hire, supervise, train, coach, counsel, and discipline purchasing staff to ensure smooth operation of all aspects of the department.
• Manage the RFP and bid process. Obtain bids from vendors according to the specifications set by the standards and/or department head. Determine the best possible price for the desired items and place orders for all food and non-food items.
• Schedule deliveries of items and monitor the quality of products received to ensure they meet the hotel’s established standards and operational needs as outlined by each department.
• Communicate with Director of Food and Beverage, Executive Chef, and Sous Chefs and order all food and beverage products according to hotel needs and specifications. Forecast operational needs and schedule deliveries of all food and beverage items.
• Ensure all regional and corporate purchasing programs, policies, and procedures are met. Monitor appropriate levels of inventories in order to minimize waste and maximize turnover.
• Participate in all hotel meetings including staff, Food and Beverage, and Banquet Event Order (BEO) meetings.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. We look for demonstration of our Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Customer Focus

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities, and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.

The Benefits - Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.

We support the mental and physical well-being of all Team Members so they can thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Health insurance
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supportive parental leave
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates, and more)

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Job: Supply Management, Procurement, Purchasing, and Receiving