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Senior Purchasing Manager - Texas A&M University Athletics Food & Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
flexible time off plan
Paid parental leave
holiday time off
Personal Leave
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Levy is a market leader and innovator in the sports and entertainment hospitality industry, known for creating exceptional food and beverage experiences at some of the world’s most iconic events and venues. Established as a disruptor in the field, Levy has been recognized by Fast Company magazine as one of the 10 most innovative companies in sports and by Forbes as one of the top three best employers for diversity in America. The company’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning restaurants, iconic sports and entertainment venues, zoos, cultural institutions, theaters, and convention centers. Levy’s prestigious clientele includes the Super Bowl, Grammy Awards, US Open Tennis Tournament, Kentucky Derby, and major league all-star games across NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL, and MLS. Levy is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity of thought and authentic self-expression are valued and where every team member can grow and thrive.

Levy is excited to partner with Texas A&M University Athletics to create an all-new food and beverage experience for fans at College Station, Texas. This partnership aims to provide fans with signature menu offerings, convenient grab-and-go locations, and elevated hospitality in premium club settings. The position of Purchasing Manager plays a vital role in this new venture. This is a full-time role with a salary of $70,000, aligned with pay grade 12. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for overseeing purchasing, warehousing, and inventory management activities at the designated location. This managerial role involves implementing best practices, driving supply chain process improvements, and managing the location purchasing teams to ensure operational excellence.

The Purchasing Manager is charged with maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety by enforcing rigorous inventory controls, proper product handling, and adhering to sanitation practices. This includes supervising team members to meet daily sales and budget goals while ensuring compliance with Levy’s policies. The role also requires strong leadership to develop team rapport, interview, hire, train, and continuously improve staff performance through coaching and feedback. This position demands a high level of computer literacy and excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders and team members. A curiosity for new technology and industry trends is encouraged to keep Levy at the forefront of innovation in hospitality operations.

Working at Levy means being part of a family-oriented company that values its associates through comprehensive benefits and an inclusive work environment. The company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement plans, flexible time off, paid parental leave, and numerous wellness and employee assistance programs. These benefits affirm Levy's commitment to taking care of its people while delivering premium experiences to its customers. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with experience in supply chain or purchasing to contribute to a vibrant and innovative hospitality business at a premier university athletic venue.

Job Requirements

  • experience in supply chain or purchasing
  • degree in business, supply chain management, hospitality or similar is preferred
  • high level of computer literacy
  • excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
  • curiosity for new technology and industry trends

Job Qualifications

  • experience in supply chain or purchasing
  • degree in business, supply chain management, hospitality or similar is preferred
  • high level of computer literacy
  • excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
  • curiosity for new technology and industry trends

Job Duties

  • maintains show quality of all areas at all times
  • understands all menus, product offerings, packaging and pricing
  • establishes rapport with team members, management and partners
  • employs good safety and sanitation practices
  • practices proper product control and handling of all inventory and equipment
  • achieves daily sales and assigned cost goals
  • achieves assigned budget goals
  • contributes to required daily reporting
  • contributes to the completion of required department reports and assists in compiling information at month-end closing
  • ensures team members adhere to Levy company guidelines as stated in the team member training manual and employee handbook
  • ensures that all security, safety and sanitation standards are achieved
  • ensures all products are properly stored, rotated and dated in accordance with the Levy guidelines
  • monitors inventory procedures for accountability
  • uses all performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team
  • promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale
  • interviews, hires, trains and develops team members according to Levy guidelines
  • displays a positive attitude towards team members
  • other responsibilities, as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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