Supply Chain Management Associate/Buyer

Associate Buyer
Backed by a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services, Continental consistently ranks among the top contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation according to Food Management Magazine, the industry's source for food service news and trends. Our core values are exceptional, hospitality, collaboration, responsibility, and innovation.
The Associate Buyer supports the Procurement team with day-to-day administrative activities and purchasing responsibilities. This role is responsible for maintaining procurement systems, managing vendor onboarding, and executing equipment purchases to ensure smooth and efficient operations across the organization.
Procurement Administration

Monitor and manage the Procurement mailbox, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups
Manage and maintain user access for procurement and supplier portals
Support vendor onboarding, including collection and processing of all required documentation
Systems & Training

Support the implementation and maintenance of purchase order (PO) software
Provide training and onboarding support for new users of procurement systems
Purchasing & Buying Support

Execute purchasing activities for equipment, primarily supporting office coffee and market divisions
Handle the full purchasing lifecycle from quote collection through order placement and delivery tracking
Project Support

Assist with procurement-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Provide general administrative and operational support to the Procurement team
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or administrative support preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Experience with procurement or PO systems is a plus

• Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness
• Phone Interview