Director of Purchasing - Toyota Center

at  Levy

Levy Sector
Toyota Center is the home of the NBA’s Houson Rockets. Toyota Center also host the nation’s top concerts and touring show.
Different perspectives make us better. We’re committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning and growing together is just part of our every day. An environment where you can be your authentic self.

JOB SUMMARY

As the Director of Purchasing, you will be responsible for purchasing, warehousing and inventory management activities at a specific unit/location. This includes implementing best practices, driving supply chain process improvements, and employing location purchasing teams.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years previous leadership experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing
• Previous sports and entertainment background preferred

• 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

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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.

• 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