Senior Buyer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join our DO & CO Family within our Unit in New York.

In case you don’t know who we are

We have a passion for hospitality culinary delights on every banquet floor and in the sky. With the three business segments of Airline Catering, International Event Catering, and Restaurants, Lounges & Hotels, we offer gourmet entertainment all over the world. We operate in 32 locations, 12 countries and 3 Continents, maintaining the highest standard of quality in both our products and services. We refine the classics, develop the unknown and grow constantly – sometimes beyond our own expectations. 

Responsibilities:

• Complete daily/weekly/monthly orders and evaluate and facilitate approval on all purchase orders and coordinate with receivers and buyer(s) to ensure accuracy of all deliveries.
• Authorize payment for purchases by reviewing invoices and related documentation and maintain appropriate inventory levels consistent with targeted inventory goals.
• Upload weekly/monthly bids into Navision and maintain accuracy of stock code information within Navision (Pricing, Current Supplier, Current Purchase data)
• Monitor supplier performance (On-time deliveries, Meeting company quality & specifications and follow up on open POs and clear void POs from ERP system.
• Conduct monthly inventory count. Assess inbound shipments and review inbound paperwork (PO/BOL/CCP1).
• Participate in monthly menu cycle change meetings.
• Ensure compliance of product specification and food safety.
• Contribute to team effort by training other employees within the department and perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the food and beverage industry.  
• Proficient computer skills (Particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with storing and handling merchandise in the food industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.
• Assesses critical needs and prioritizes urgent responsibilities.
• Excellent planning and coordination skills.
• Team leader qualities and outstanding communication skills.
• Dedication and attention to detail with regards to customer service.
• Solution seeker and effective decision maker.
• Hands-on to make sure all flights are successfully dispatched on time.
• Ability to manage quickly to overcome any deficiencies in the purchasing department.
• Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, heavy workload and standing for a prolonged period as necessary.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures.
• High level of self-organization, work exact and quality oriented.

What we offer

• Estimated salary range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually.
• Full-time employees are eligible for 401K and healthcare benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision.
• Free Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner daily.
• A wonderful workplace to call home, events, and fun colleagues.
• A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas!
• Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
• The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market.

Diversity & Inclusion statement 

We want everyone to feel welcome, respected and we are committed to providing the best space, experience, and workplace for our teams - no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different and makes you. That’s what makes our team so special.