The Role At Soho House a Purchasing Manager is responsible for setting and following established procedures in ordering, receiving, storing, distributing and payment of items. As the Purchasing Manager, you are responsible for understanding trends, cost and creating efficient processes. Collaborates with the finance team on contracts, invoicing, and other financial matters including preparing reports on purchase orders and cost analyses, evaluating potential vendors, suppliers and request quotes. A successful Purchasing Manager will compare prices to maximize ROI and negotiate appropriate agreements to mitigate risk in price variances and quality control in supplier product and distribution. Main Duties...
- Influential leader to encourage others and advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; purchasing, vendor management and analysis between internal and external stakeholders for perishable and non-perishable products
- Partner with local kitchen teams and Head Chefs in maintaining lower food cost as well as controllable costs in all aspects of purchasing (e.g., Food, Beverage and Controllable) to ensure quality of product and profitability
- Adhere to local and regional health and safety compliance as well as sanitation standards as specified in Soho House guidelines
- Oversee all invoice on goods received against shipment to ensure quantity, quality, weights and purchase specifications are as ordered
- Enforce proper safeguards are in effect for the security of perishable and nonperishable food and beverage stored items
- Develops key performance indicators (KPI) to set goals and action plan(s) to prioritize, organize, and accomplish consistency in product and lowering margins while maximizing profit
- Responsible for conducting and maintaining walk-throughs on property to ensure that all areas are well maintained and preventative maintenance processes are in place.
- Calculate projected costs associated with food and beverage inventory for existing and proposed properties for proper levels, dating, rotation, requisitions, etc.
- Generate and provide accurate and timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5+ years' transferable experience
- Proven experience managing vendors and negotiating rates
- Knowledge of local and regional sanitation and health safety compliance
- Must be highly organized, efficient and detail oriented
- Excel in fast-paced and high-volume, demanding work environment
- Knowledge of ADACO, FnBshop and BirchStreet a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to seize, grasp, turn and hold objects with hands.
- Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
- Fast paced movements are required to go from one part of the club to others.
- Must be able to move, pull, carry or lift at least 50 pounds.
- Must be able to kneel, bend, crouch and climb is required.
Why work with us... Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you're seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.
- Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match
- Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days
- Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically
- Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability
- Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
- Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all.
- Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
- Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.
In accordance with New York law, the salary range for this role if filled within New York is listed below. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Pay Range $85,000-$100,000 USD