Procurement/project Manager - Chicago, United States - Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources

The
Procurement/Project Manager will work in direct support of the FFC Leadership Team.

In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of Fitness Formula Clubs procurement and support of certain facility projects, and ad hoc data analysis requests.

The primary goal of all FFC employees is to gain and retain members while staying true to our company's core values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage procurement process and maintain detailed monthly expense reports with receipts and any other necessary documentation
Purchase workflow design, management and optimization
Order and delivery coordination
Procurement and payment systems analysis
Review, analyze, and monitor current purchasing account usage and purchasing approvals across the organization and make changes needed to provide for a higher level of accountability and control at each club location
Obtain approval from CEO prior to purchasing for requests 1) above an established dollar amount, and 2) outside of certain established and normal requests
Elimination of purchases outside of headquarter approvals
Control spend and identify wasted purchasing requests, approve all purchasing, and build a culture of longterm cost saving
Implementation of strong retail, supply and hardware inventory controls at each club location with a focus on reducing redundant items
Product research resulting in cost effective and efficient solutions
Follow systems and standards set by FFC to ensure purchases are in line with club budgets
Track and report key accurate and meaningful purchasing metrics
Vendor negotiations, contract administration, appropriate documentation, and term tracking
Maintain supplier relations and perform risk management regarding supply contracts and agreements
Collaborate on facility and operational challenges with relevant management staff
Anticipate unfavorable events through data analysis and prepare mitigating strategies
Closely monitor and maintain city, village, county, and state licensing and permit requirements and renewal dates
Ensure that all aspects of projects are compliant with scope of work and any other code requirements, while following and enforcing the company procurement policies and procedures
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation in order to maintain proper historical records and reference points
Collaborate with CEO, CFO, and Senior Leadership Team to problem solve various logistic and project challenges beyond maintenance related items as they arise This position in onsite five days per week at FFC (no remote work available)

Qualifications:

Proven vendor management and logistics coordination
Proven ability to coordinate and organize multiple projects simultaneously
Proven ability to communicate concisely, both written and verbal and be proficient in various software systems
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and members in order to promote high levels of customer service within the staff
Manual dexterity and physical strength
Bachelor's degree in business from an accredited university a must Financial planning and analysis experience a plus

What We Offer:

Insurance medical, dental and vision insurance through UnitedHealthcare
Companypaid life insurance
401K with company match

Professional Development Reimbursement

FFC will match 50% of the cost for an activity up to a maximum reimbursement amount of $200 allowed during the calendar year. We encourage our staff to diversify their educational development. This benefit becomes effective after 90 days of employment
We provide fitness instructor training and significant discounts on these educational programs (Pilates, Group Fitness, Personal Trainer, Yoga)

Other Perks of Working at FFC:

Complimentary club membership to use any of our FFC locations

Open Door Policy

Your managers and the corporate team all have an open door policy
Diverse and Inclusive Culture
Our team is composed of people from different walks of life who bring their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives to form a welcoming environment
25% discounts on spa, retail, and fitness for all employees
Employee appreciation programs
Various fringe benefits such as Nationwide Pet Insurance, Ventra Benefit Program (pretax dollars), T-Mobile Unlimited Talk, Text, and Data, phone plans for only $30 per line (up to 4 lines) and more

Our Purpose:

"To enhance the lives of our members and guests by improving their overall health and well-being." Our members, guests, and staff are as diverse as the city we call home. We are "Chicago from Day One," committed to building a respectful and inclusive community.