PURCHASING MANAGER - REDMOND, WA

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 /year Pay Grade: 15 Other Forms of Compensation: As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more. Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.Job Summary As a Purchasing Manager, 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. Key Responsibilities: Communicates with key team and management associates relative to purchases consistent with needs and specifications. Working with the operations and culinary teams to achieve budget and performance goals Proactively manage vendors. Overseeing the regular completion and rotation of inventory Working with the culinary and operations team to improve compliance Ensures weekly inventory is correct and there are no errors before submission Ensuring the timely placing of orders Management of order delivery schedule and pricing list Conducting inventory on a regular basis to minimize loss Management and checking of deliveries to ensure accurate and safe delivery Managing product transfers and requisition sheets to ensure accurate tracking of product Forecasting items with vendors Identifying slow and dead stock items, working with culinary and operations teams to address the issue Providing opportunity buys for new menu items Negotiates pricing and purchase goods and ensure delivery in a timely manner. Reviews shipments to ensure products received are consistent orders. Compiles monthly reports Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of Associate's Degree preferred Minimum of three years of related experience in the field Experience in Supply Chain or Purchasing Must have full knowledge of purchasing procedures, food, beverage and printing products Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ordering systems Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet Serv Safe certified highly desirable Passion for hospitality, food, and retail Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Operational experience in food and beverage is preferred Apply to Eurest today! Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, 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. Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.