Marriott Dallas Addison Quorum By The Galleria - Purchasing Coordinator

Purchasing CoordinatorThe Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for handling purchasing functions, maintaining an effective filing system and assisting in obtaining bids for hotel supplies. He/she is also responsible for optimizing the effectiveness in providing the hotel with the best prices for the best products and contributing to the overall profitability of the hotel.QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field preferred.Progressive experience in a hotel or college related courses preferred.Ability to understand and utilize basic computer equipment and applications, to include word processing and spreadsheet applications.Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.Must routinely meet deadlines.Must be able to multi task.Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.ResponsibilitiesApproach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag when working (per brand standards).Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.Maintain and control issuance and filing of all Purchase Orders and supporting documentation, to include inputting all information into the computer.Check all Purchase Orders (PO's) received by the department to ensure it has been authorized, signed, price checked and assigned to an authorized vendor.Answer department's phone and respond to vendors, guests, and employees' needs.Assist in the regular bidding process associated with non-food and beverage products, i.e. basic office supplies and furniture, maintenance and cleaning supplies, food and beverage equipment, etc.Assist Purchasing Director in the preparation of interdepartmental or external correspondence.Maintain and organize all bid records for easy reference to historical information.Maintain a current list of all hotel approved vendors, which include their products, most recent pricing, contact name, phone number and related order history.Ensure training in proper receiving procedures to ensure freshness of products.Assist in month-end or quarterly inventories as required by supervisors.Assist in maintaining office supplies storage room. Open the room on certain scheduled days or times, if necessary.Attend training/meetings as required by management.Perform other duties as requested by management.After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more detailsMedical, Dental, and Vision CoverageShort-Term and Long-Term Disability IncomeTerm Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Time OffEmployee Assistance Program401k Retirement PlanPROPERTY INFORMATION: We're the best Marriott hotel in Addison, TX located 5 minutes from Galleria Dallas shopping mall, business offices, and within walking distance from premier restaurants. Spacious rooms and suites are carefully designed for comfort and convenience with luxurious bedding, free bottled water, and a mini fridge. Our Addison, TX hotel features a lively lobby bar, concierge lounge, and Starbucks Coffee that offer a great place to connect. Guests can relax at our resort-style outdoor pool and patio featuring a fire pit and poolside games like ping pong and Foosball – perfect for a weekend getaway in Dallas. Our Marriott hotel near Galleria Dallas offers complimentary shuttle service every hour to the Galleria, and is only a short drive from Love Field (DAL) and DFW Airport.