Director of Purchasing

Marriott

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$74,000–$97,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Billing, Bookkeeping, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Employee Orientation, Employee Relations, Establish Priorities, Exceeded Sales Goal, Finance, Financial Management, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Operations Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Procurement Management, Progress Reports, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Utilization, Sanitation, Set Goals, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Staff Training, Team Player, Time Management

LOCATION

Washington, DC

POSTED

30+ days ago

Additional Information

Job Number 26043379

Job Category Finance & Accounting

Location The St. Regis Washington D.C., 923 16th & K St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20006
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Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Pay Range: $74,000 - $97,000 annually

Bonus Eligible: Y

JOB SUMMARY

Manages the purchasing of supplies and products used at a location. Formulates an approved vendors list encompassing all categories. Purchases and approves payment of items following the correct procedures that have been established.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting or related major; or a minimum of 4 years’ experience in Purchasing or a related field.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Work, Projects, and Policies

• Generates and provides accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.

• Compiles, codes, categorizes, calculates, tabulates, audits, or verifies information or data.

• Ensures compliance with all brand established systems and procedures.

• Creates a Purchase Requisition/Purchase Order System for the property and ensures employees are trained on this system.

• Conducts inventories.

• Ensures accurate administration of all invoices and adheres to proper bookkeeping procedures.

• Maintains operations by developing policies and procedures.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Ensures inspection of all deliveries to verify accuracy and quality of product.

• Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

• Implements and enforces all control procedures for property goods entering through the purchasing/receiving areas.

• Ensures staff is properly trained regarding procedures, sanitation, equipment handling and chemical usage.

• Ensures compliance with sanitary procedures.

• Maintains inventory controls for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions etc.

Leading Purchasing Operations

• Supervises operations of Purchasing Department.

• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

• Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.

• Solicits employee feedback and uses an "open door policy."

• Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hiring training to successfully perform their job.

• Reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

Demonstrating and Applying Accounting Knowledge

• Demonstrates knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.

• Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

• Keeps up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

• Demonstrates knowledge of budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to maintain financial management of the department.

Maintaining Finance and Accounting Goals

• Submits reports in a timely manner, ensuring delivery deadlines.

• Ensures profits and losses are documented accurately.

• Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

• Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Monitors all taxes that apply, ensuring that taxes are current, collected and/or accrued.

• Manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Keeps departments informed by confirming and clarifying purchase orders or contracts.

• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures, and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.

• Informs and/or updates the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.

_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._

Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

About the Company

Marriott

Marriott International is the largest global hospitality company with 30 hotel brands represented in over 6,000 properties in 122 countries and growing.

Whether you are a seasoned hospitality professional or just beginning your career, Marriott has endless opportunities for you to explore. To search all jobs or learn more about Marriott careers

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Hotels and Lodging

FOUNDED

1927

WEBSITE

https://www.marriott.com/