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The 1,054-room Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is the newest luxury hotel in the City of Boston, and the most significant hotel project in the city for the last forty years. The property features seven outlets for drinking and dining, a signature spa, fitness center, and rooftop pool. It boasts more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and caters to the most discerning clientele.

Job Description

The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is located in the center of the bustling Seaport District. The AAA Four Diamond rated hotel boasts 1,054 finely appointed guestrooms with 52 suites, seven delectable dining (https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/boston-seaport/dining) experiences, a scenic rooftop pool (https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/boston-seaport/wellness/pool) , a luxury Breve Spa (https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/boston-seaport/spa) , and more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space allowing to provide each guest a unique and memorable experience. Come join the team that was voted “2023 Best Places to Work” by the Boston Business Journal!

Creativity must infuse everything we do, and everyone in the hotel. Performance realities will always exist, but we use these constraints to push, not limit, our creativity. We believe there is always a way to make it work. If we don't have the solution, we dig deeper creatively to find one.

Grab the reigns and help shape the future of the Seaport’s best kept secret! Creativity must infuse everything we do, and everyone in the Hotel. Performance realities will always exist, but we use these constraints to push, not limit, our creativity.

ThePurchasing Supervisorwill provide support to the Purchasing Manager for the acquisition of food, beverage, and non-perishable purchases at maximum economics based on business activity and act as a liaison between the hotel and supplier representatives in the procurement of goods and services required to achieve the objectives of each department. This role will supervise up to (4) associates, to prioritize daily activities and provide increased communication with other departments.

Responsibilities

+ Directly supervise the Purchasing/Receiving hourly staff through delegation of work tasks to achieve set objectives.

+ Coordinate and monitor work performed by storeroom associates, specifically food and beverage requirements according to forecasted menus.

+ Maintain close communications with the chefs and catering department on requirements for future menu events to evaluate menus against par inventories in determining necessary requirements for outlets and banquet functions.

+ Establish and maintain training tools for subordinates to achieve a better knowledge and understanding of the purchasing process and applications such as: product familiarity, receiving and storage standards. EOM reconciliation of food and beverage, EOM accounts payable closing.

+ Evaluate vendor performance in compliance to purchasing bid procedures.

+ Monitors vendor ability to provide timely and consistent quality according to established specifications.

+ Interact with other departments to ensure that guest needs are satisfied.

+ Responsible for monthly inventory.

+ Maintain a flexible schedule at all times- Weekend availability required

+ Work daily to ensure Birchstreet is accurate and up-to-date.

+ Manage weekly bid process to ensure the best prices are being obtained on frequently purchased items.

+ Coordinate daily wine, liquor and beer purchases, ensuring compliance with state liquor laws.

+ Establish and maintain requisition procedures for alcoholic beverages that guarantee maximum control over inventories.

+ Understands associates positions well enough to perform duties in associate’s absence.

+ Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence and encourage others; advocates sound financial and business decision making.

+ Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among associates. Ensures associates are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve associate engagement and retention.

+ Maintain a professional, neat and organized appearance according to Omni standards.

+ Attend all required department trainings and meetings.

+ Perform any other duties required by senior management.

+ Champion and drive the All In Omni culture.

Qualifications

+ 2+ years experience as storeroom attendant in a high volume, upscale Hotel

+ Exceptional guest service skills.

+ Computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

+ Strong attention to detail.

+ Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment.

+ Be able to make quick decisions and possess good judgment.

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, stoop, bend and lift items of moderate to heavy weight.

+ Ability to work flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Working Environment:

+ Interior of hotel and loading dock

+ Frequent travel around resort property.

+ Exposure to various weather conditions.

+ Exposure to walk-in coolers and freezers

Tools & Equipment:

+ Birch Street, OnTrack, Excel, MS Office

+ Computer, copy machine

+ Hand truck, lift-jack and dolly

+ Forklift

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

+ A culture of fun, inclusion, and growth

+ Complimentary meals

+ Health Insurance and matching 401(k) after one year

+ Generous Paid Time Off offered after 90 days

+ Performance-driven, ALL-IN culture

+ Discounted associate rates at Omni properties nationwide

Job LocationsUS-MA-Boston

Posted Date1 week ago(5/23/2025 10:00 AM)

Requisition ID 2025-123145

# of Openings 1

Category (Portal Searching) Purchasing