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Job Description
Description :
Location : HQ- 2700 Greens Road, Houston, Texas, 77032 (adjacent to George Bush Intercontinental Airport)
Abby's Catering has been providing one-of-a-kind culinary and hospitality experience since opening in 1980. Our customers are high profile passengers visiting or residing in Houston.
Celebrities, government officials, head of states, secretaries, industry leaders, all traveling out of Houston aboard private, corporate, and commercial aircraft are part of Abby's valued circle of customers.
Abby's also provides exclusive gourmet delights for corporate offices, private and corporate events as well as food service management contracts.
Position :
The Food & Beverage Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing effective purchasing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services for our locations in Houston and Dallas.
This position plays a key role in optimizing the supply chain, negotiating contracts, and maintaining a high level of quality and efficiency.
Salary : $70-80k
Reports to : Financial Controller
To him / her report : All Buyers
Requirements, but not limited to : The Food & Beverage Purchasing Manager will work a flexible work schedule within a 24 / 7 work environment.
The airline catering industry is a seasonal business and certain peak times of the year are blackout periods for PTO (paid time off), e.
g. year end, summer. This position requires experience in Leadership, Management, demanding Accountability and a high degree of Training and Teaching abilities, to lead the entire team to success (highest product quality, highest productivity output, complying with all food safety rules and regulations). Travel may apply.
Requirements :
Essential functions :
Strategic Sourcing :
o Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain.
o Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish long-term relationships to secure favorable terms and conditions.
Vendor Management :
o Manage and evaluate vendor performance, addressing any issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
o Conduct regular vendor assessments to ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
Contract Negotiation :
o Negotiate contracts, terms, rebates, and conditions with suppliers to achieve the best value for the organization.
o Work closely with the finance team to ensure contracts follow company policies and regulations.
Cost Management :
o Analyze pricing proposals, market trends, and cost factors to make informed purchasing decisions.
o Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
Inventory Control :
o Collaborate with inventory management teams to optimize stock levels and reduce excess inventory.
o Monitor and track inventory turnover, addressing any discrepancies or issues.
Cross-functional Collaboration :
o Work closely with various departments, including production, warehouse, and location leadership, to ensure seamless collaboration and communication throughout the supply chain.
Risk Management :
o Identify potential risks in the supply chain and implement mitigation strategies.
o Stay informed about market trends, geopolitical factors, and other external influences that may impact procurement.
Compliance :
o Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies (exp. vendor approval, food safety and quality rules and regulations etc.)
o Stay abreast of changes affecting procurement and sourcing activities.
Qualifications
Company Core Values :
You must be willing to embrace our Company Core Values in the way you dedicate yourself to work CATCH
Our Mission :
To continue to be the leading in-flight and corporate catering company serving the Houston & Dallas Metro market by using locally sourced and sustainable raw ingredients, providing the most memorable and personalized attention to detail all while maintaining a fiscally sound budget and complying with the highest food safety standards."
PI237481485
Full Time
Restaurants & Catering Services
$115k-147k (estimate)
03/04/2024
04/10/2024
HOUSTON, TX
50 - 100
1988
URSULA DEN HERDER
$5M - $10M
Restaurants & Catering Services