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POSITION: Director of PurchasingDEPARTMENT: HospitalityREPORTS TO: General ManagerFLSA STATUS: Salaried / Exempt

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ To execute, achieve and maintain quality and efficiency standards of the location-based purchasing process and expectations through strong leadership and effective management

+ Excellent communication and math skills required

+ Proficient in computer and Microsoft Office applications

+ Understands operational costs, budgets, financial statements and accounting application to Purchasing process

+ Executes and applies company directives, policies and best practices relative to the purchasing discipline

+ Flexible with work schedules, and adaptive to the demands of the business

+ Proactive, motivated and able to work with little or no direct daily supervision

+ Contributes to the financial success of the operation through effective cost & inventory controls

+ Complies with and maintains all company & local safety / sanitation standards

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends & ASM policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PURCHASING PROCESS

+ Purchasing procedures relating to I.S. systems and best practices

+ Executes location product determinations based on marketing driven and/or location driven decision(s)

+ Assists with determination of suppliers

+ Utilize preferred suppliers as geographically determined

+ Monitor location compliance of warehouse local Health Department inspections

+ Maintains professional business partnerships and communication with all suppliers and vendors

+ Makes informed and cost-effective recommendations on decisions pertaining to “make vs. buy” scenarios

SUPPORT STANDARDS

+ Provide training / mentoring to location staff and managers as needed of all Purchasing department procedures and policies

+ Completes all projects in a timely and professional manner

+ Promotes a cooperative work climate, maximizing productivity and morale

+ Ensures that all purchasing department personnel have the necessary training to be successful in their role

+ Promotes a ‘continuing education’ format to all regarding product knowledge and safety issues to ‘build from within as possible

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary of up to $100,000 plus bonus potential, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.