Manager, Purchasing

Title: Manager, Purchasing

Requisition ID#: 2803

Location:

Owensboro, KY, US, 42303

Property: Owensboro Racing & Gaming

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ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

Job Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services necessary for the gaming facility’s operations. This role ensures that purchasing activities align with company policies, budgetary constraints, and regulatory requirements. The Purchasing Manager develops procurement strategies, manages vendor relationships, and supports operational efficiency and cost savings while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and gaming regulations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and manage procurement strategies to support operational and financial goals.
• Oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing vendor relationship management to ensure quality service and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to ensure timely purchasing of supplies, equipment, and services.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and gaming commission requirements related to purchasing.
• Conduct cost analyses and assist with budget forecasting to optimize spending and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain and enforce internal purchasing controls, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with departments to assess purchasing needs, priorities, and timelines.
• Evaluate supplier performance and resolve issues related to deliveries, quality, or service.
• Oversee purchase orders, invoices, and procurement documentation to ensure accuracy and proper recordkeeping.
• Assist with capital expenditure planning and provide financial insights related to procurement expenses.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills And Abilities

• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in purchasing activities.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within the gaming, hospitality, or entertainment industry.
• Strong working knowledge of purchasing processes, contract negotiations, and vendor management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.
  
  

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Regularly required to stand, speak, hear, use hands, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must have close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
• When working in the office, the noise level is moderately quiet.
• When working on the gaming floor, the noise level may be loud, and the employee may be exposed to cigarette smoke.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  
  

CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for over 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of online wagering businesses, and the acquisition, development, and operation of regional casino gaming properties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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