Buyer

Casino Buyer

Our mission is to be Chicagoland's premier gaming and entertainment destination, celebrated for unparalleled hospitality and an unforgettable guest experience. We're not just a casino—we're a community where our team members thrive, with countless opportunities for career growth and a workplace culture centered on inclusivity and fun. As we continue to elevate our standards of excellence, we seek dynamic, coachable individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. At American Place Casino, every moment is crafted to delight, every opportunity is a pathway to success.

The Casino Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services across casino departments, ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and timely delivery. This role supports operational efficiency and vendor relationships while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.

Maximizing participation of small, local, and minority business enterprises in contracts, professional services, and goods and services in accordance with company direction and strategy; Development of internal strategies and coordination to implement methods to achieve purchasing objectives and monitor compliance with all policies, procedures, and all applicable laws. Provide advice and guidance for the appropriate handling of bidder participation; Evaluate and meet with diverse suppliers to assess their capabilities and drive opportunities to increase participation of diverse suppliers in the procurement process; Identify, research, and evaluate suppliers that meet the standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of products and services. Ensure contracts are negotiated and executed in a timely and accurate manner; Serve as a subject matter expert in managing high complexity strategic sourcing transactions, negotiations, and supplier selection for products and services. Manage relationships for suppliers within the category; Perform supply market data analysis and recommends suppliers and vendors; Ensure all purchases adhere to internal policies, Title 31, and gaming commission regulations. Maintain accurate records for audits and reporting; Recognize ineffective strategies or processes and recommend alternative approaches or solutions to capitalize on change; Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery; Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels; Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders; Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management; Other duties as assigned.

3+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in a casino or hospitality environment. Knowledge of integrated purchasing & financial systems (e.g. Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamic – EZCM, Red Rock, Supplier Portals). Experience in the supervision of others and building effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds at all levels of management. Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or relevant certifications (e.g. A.P.P, CPP or CPSM) Preferred; Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office & Google Workspace. Ability to handle both internal and external customer service communications. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to communicate with all levels of management. Progressively responsible experience in Supplier Diversity purchasing activities to include partnerships with Supplier Diversity organizations and development of Corporate Supplier Diversity initiatives.

Required to attend/host meetings and events, (both in-person, offsite and virtually). Sitting at a desk for a period of time up to 8 hours. Ability to lift up to 25 Lbs. Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.

Medical, Dental, Vision; 401K matching up to 50% of your contribution, up to 4% of eligible contribution; Educational Tuition Reimbursement; Ventra Program, EAP programs, etc.; $50,000-$82,500/Annually; American Place Casino is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.