Purchasing Supervisor

Career Opportunities with Multipurpose Arena Fort Worth Trail Drive Management Corp (TDMC) is the not-for-profit organization that manages the spectacular Dickies Arena, a 14,000-seat multipurpose venue located adjacent to the Will Rogers Memorial Center campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Owned by the City of Fort Worth, the state-of-the-art arena opened in November 2019 and hosts a variety of events, including concerts, sporting events, family entertainment, and Fort Worth Stock Show rodeo performances. Job Summary Trail Drive Management Corp (TDMC) is looking for a full-time Purchasing Supervisor. This person is responsible for executing a wide variety of warehouse activities, including the receiving, storing, inventory management, and distribution of paper goods, fresh and frozen foods, as well as prepackaged and/or finished items. Essential Job Functions Effectively supervise other team members to ensure that all Food and Beverage standards are being followed and carried out. Assists the Warehouse and Purchasing Manager with ensuring that all tasks are being completed by warehouse team members. Ability and willingness to address and correct any issues that would impact guest services (external and internal) and the standards set in the Food & Beverage department. Bring any performance‑related issues by warehouse team members to the attention of the Warehouse and Purchasing Manager. Assists the Warehouse and Purchasing Manager with ensuring that all transfers are being correctly logged, printed, and posted in a timely manner so that the warehouse team members can fill out the transfer orders and expeditiously drop product off. Ability to address and correct any issues with transfers or requested product that would impact guest services (external and internal) and the standards set in the Food & Beverage department. Bring any performance‑related issues regarding fulfilling and responding to requisitions by warehouse team members to the attention of the Warehouse and Purchasing Manager. Helps maintain inventory for quality and accuracy Practices proper use of the computer database for transfers, invoices, and inventory control Responsible for ensuring the proper receiving of inventory from vendors and stocking of products in an orderly and accessible manner in the warehouse by staff. Oversee the pulling of products and distribution to various departments and areas in a timely manner Ensures all products are properly stored, rotated and dated in accordance with state and arena policies by staff Helps maintain inventory for quality and accuracy Maintain quality service by following the organization's standards Maintain a safe and clean work environment Practice proper and safe use of all warehouse equipment in and around the arena Deliver professional, courteous, and efficient service to internal and external guests Be comfortable and familiar with the arena and know how to navigate personally, as well as assist guests Follow and enforce policies associated with the safe service of all alcoholic beverages Work with counterparts of the operation to ensure event standards Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. High School diploma or equivalent 2+ years of previous warehouse experience 2+ years of supervisory experience in a similar capacity preferred Ideal candidates will have worked in a warehouse environment previously, handled receiving and/or distribution along with inventory management. Previous experience in high‑volume, complex food service operations; sports and/ or entertainment venue preferred Knowledge and understanding of receiving, storing, and inventory are preferred English reading, writing, comprehension, and basic math skills required Ability to operate motorized vehicles and warehouse equipment strongly preferred Keyboarding skills and computer proficiency with software knowledge, including MS Office and Excel Superior internal and external customer service experience Ability to work a flexible schedule including – nights, weekends, and holidays. Able to communicate effectively with management, guests, and team members. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment. Working Conditions Employees will work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures. Employees must have the ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. Employees will regularly spend their shift standing/walking, traveling stairs, with limited to no sitting. Employees will be exposed to high noise levels and/or fluctuating lights in event settings. Employees will be exposed to sharp objects, machines with moving parts, heat from ovens, burners, steam, trays, etc. Employees must have the ability to reach, lift, and bend to perform job duties throughout the shift. Employees will be exposed to hazardous chemicals, electrical shock risks, and vibrations throughout the shift. Employees may be exposed to hazards associated with moving vehicles and require strict adherence to safety protocols. Other Duties This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dickies Arena