Buyer, Ops - Honolulu, United States - gategroup

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We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better.

Reporting the Manager, Central Purchasing, the Buyer assists with purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers.

Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit. Coordinates all deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements. Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s).

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better.

Reporting the Manager, Central Purchasing, the Buyer assists with purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers.

Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit. Coordinates all deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements. Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s).


Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Using SAP or current ERP system including Materials and Production BOMs along with customer flight schedules to determine quantities of all customer-required food, beverage, and related menu components along with Kitchen Operational Materials.

Follows appropriate forecasting and analyzing procedures of load factor trends to determine appropriate quantities of required product purchases, and to eliminate stock overages and shortages
Monitors inventory, usages, waste, and stock differences of materials and assures all products are wholesome for customer use
Assists units in generating and establishing an accurate daily requisition system which is monitored, and maintained monthly through cycle changes for any BOM and Forecasting errors
Audits and ensures accuracy of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
Monitors responsible units to assure that an accurate food, beverage and controllable materials inventory is kept
Follows Purchasing and Control Policies and Procedures and assures follow up on vendor forecasts, movements, and shortages
Participates in the corporate SPIRIT program along with any MIB or vendor managements system
Understands and ensures compliance with TCM regional and corporate programs, policies and product specifications
Ensures unit maintains and reports accurate product substitution log and ensures appropriate follow up actions due to impact on materials cost
Ensures all Monthly KPI's are met up to an including, DOH, Food Cost, Material Controls (AVT) are met
Consistently maintains a professional image in all relationships and interactions with suppliers, customers and other employees
Audits requirement report to assure forecasting through the system as required.
Assures involvement in EOM inventory Process to assure all materials are properly inventoried
Assures cost of local materials are managed in system as access is provided.
Performs special projects and other duties as required
Qualifications

Education:
A high school diploma or equivalent required
College degree in related discipline or with experience in related discipline preferred

Work Experience:
1 to 2 years wholesale or multi-unit food purchasing experience required
Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety control practices (GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP) and quality program control preferred

Technical Skills:
(Certification, Licenses and Registration)
General food knowledge
Intermediate level Microsoft office tool skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required
Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills
Able to work with little supervision
Detail oriented
Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations a plus

Language / Communication Skills:
Effective oral and written communication skills
Effective listening skills
Multi-lingual a plus
Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility:
na

Type of Employment:
Full-time

Travel %:
up to 10%


Exemption Classification:
Exempt

Internal Relationships:
all internal departments


External Relationships:
Suppliers and external customers
Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:

Regular Office Environment, may spend some time working in food storerooms

Budget / Revenue Responsibility:
na
Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title):

Mgr, Central Purchasing or General Manager
Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable):

na

Number of Direct Reports:

0
Number of Dotted Line Reports:

0
Estimated Total Size of Team:

1
gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
Thinking –

Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
Engaging –

Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
Inspiring –

Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
Achieving –

Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position
Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability.

To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

We treat each other with respect and we act with

integrity
We communicate and keep each other informed
We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver

excellence

as a team
We have

passion

for our work and we pay attention to the little details
We foster an environment of

accountability

, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone's day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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About gategroup

gategroup is the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board and hospitality products and services. gategroup provides passengers with superior culinary and retail experiences, leveraging innovation and advanced technology solutions. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, gategroup delivers operational excellence through the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry, serving passengers from over 200 operating units in over 60

countries/territories

across all continents.
We work in an exciting industry – fast-paced and ever-changing.

Industry trends and customer expectations are constantly evolving and it is critical that we are agile, innovative and ready for change - and our people are our driving force.

We offer attractive opportunities to be part of this fast-paced and truly international working environment.

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