Job description

***THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION***
***PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU ARE WILLING TO WORK IN AN OFFICE ON-SITE SETTING***

***Applicants must be currently living in the Orlando, FL area. Relocation assistance not provided. Applicants from other states will not be considered.***

***TEMPORARY JOB - 3-6 Months Contract***

POSITION SUMMARY

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of Purchasing Managers and GVP of Purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare RFP and RFQ analysis to compare current product costs to Purchasing Managers negotiated cost proposals at the Purchasing Managers direction
• LTO, Holiday and New Menu item coordination with Culinary, Finance, Purchasing Managers with setup at Distributors. Monitor and track inventory and deliveries for each.
• Monthly Pricing Matrix and Pricing Audit
• Assist with price discrepancy reporting and vendor auditing.
• Coordinate Distributor functions as required; communicate with Distribution Centers to be proactive on out of stocks
• Follow up with DCs on recovery of out of stocks and inventory
• Coordinate subs as required with Culinary and Distribution Centers
• Coordinate Q/A and product supply issues with Restaurants, Distributors, Culinary and Purchasing Leads
• Manage inventory reporting with Distributors and arrange for proper inventory of critical items or disposal of surplus materials.
• Coordinate vendor installs and removals for New Restaurant Openings and Closures.
• Able to navigate and assist Purchasing Managers with vendor online ordering and account management websites
• Prepare and process requisitions, credit applications and purchase orders.
• Document purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures as directed by the GVP of Purchasing
• Maintain Department Concept Project Log and Trackers and ADHOC reports.
• Prepare reports for Purchasing Managers and GVP of Purchasing as required at their direction.
• Manage Office Supplies
• Daily Inventory Reporting and Analysis

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’sDegree or certificate in Food Science, Business, Hospitality or related degree preferred.
Experience: Two to four years related experience. Restaurant, Hospitality or Food Manufacturing experience a plus.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.
Knowledge: Food safety, quality systems, HACCP, GMP, etc. regarding products and restaurants.
Certificates & Licenses: ServeSafe Basic and HACCP a plus

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Orlando, FL 32839: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• "Are you willing to work in an office (on-site) setting Monday-Friday?"
• "Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?"

Experience:

• Purchasing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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