Buyer @ Purchasing Department

Job Title
Under the supervision of the Manager of Purchasing, the incumbent coordinates the buying of goods and services, for all operations of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.
Responsibilities:

Responsible for purchasing materials and/or services in accordance with Purchasing Department procedures and internal controls.
Reviews requisitions and confers with vendors to obtain product or service information.
Solicits quotations, negotiates service contracts, prices, terms, delivery, quality, and service.
Creates, facilitates, and records RFP's according to priority and schedule.
Evaluates and selects suppliers based upon price, quality, availability, reliability and selection of materials and services.
Exercises high level of analysis, problem-solving, decision-making and prioritization on a daily basis.
Maintains up-to-date working knowledge of materials and sources of supply.
Oversees multiple high priority projects simultaneously.
Provides guidance and assistance to departments regarding the procurement of goods and services for their area, often suggesting alternatives to reduce cost or increase quality.
Follow market trends and attend trade shows to explore unique product offerings and advances pertaining to area of responsibility.
Evaluates and monitors supplier community entailing meetings, conferences and product review.
Responsible for ensuring Inventory Purchasing System is maintained including continual review of data and maintenance of same.
Interfaces with Accounts Payable to ensure a smooth and consistent end-to-end procure to pay process.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:

High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Two- Five years of Purchasing or related experience.
Stratten Warren System experience preferred.
Microsoft Office experience required.
Must possess ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply to purchasing processes using fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Communication, problem solving, decision making, prioritization and analytical skills required.
Time management skills required.
Ability to read, write, interpret, and analyze common financial reports and legal documents pertaining to procurement of goods and services.
Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Prescription, Life, Accident, Pet Legal
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Free Meals, Free Uniforms, Free Parking
• Discounts at Hard Rock properties around the globe
• All team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program
• Training and Leadership development programs
• Salary range $45,000-$65,000