Buyer

About the role

We’re looking for a Casino Buyer to source, negotiate, and procure goods and services across casino departments, ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and timely delivery. This role supports operational efficiency and vendor relationships while maintaining high standards of quality and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Maximize participation of small, local, and minority business enterprises in contracts, professional services, and goods and services in accordance with company direction and strategy.
• Develop internal strategies and coordinate methods to achieve purchasing objectives and monitor compliance with all policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Provide advice and guidance for the appropriate handling of bidder participation.
• Evaluate and meet with diverse suppliers to assess their capabilities and drive opportunities to increase participation of diverse suppliers in the procurement process.
• Identify, research, and evaluate suppliers that meet the standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of products and services. Ensure contracts are negotiated and executed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in managing high-complexity strategic sourcing transactions, negotiations, and supplier selection for products and services. Manage relationships for suppliers within the category.
• Perform supply market data analysis and recommend suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure all purchases adhere to internal policies, Title 31, and gaming commission regulations. Maintain accurate records for audits and reporting.
• Recognize ineffective strategies or processes and recommend alternative approaches or solutions to capitalize on change.
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Update inventory and ensure stock levels are kept at appropriate levels. Process requisitions and update management on the status of orders.
• Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in a casino or hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of integrated purchasing & financial systems (e.g., Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics – EZCM, Red Rock, Supplier Portals).
• Experience in the supervision of others and building effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds at all levels of management.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or relevant certifications (e.g., A.P.P, CPP, or CPSM) preferred.
• Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office & Google Workspace.
• Ability to handle both internal and external customer service communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to communicate with all levels of management.
• Progressively responsible experience in Supplier Diversity purchasing activities to include partnerships with Supplier Diversity organizations and development of Corporate Supplier Diversity initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Required to attend/host meetings and events (both in-person, offsite, and virtually).
• Sitting at a desk for periods of time up to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K matching up to 50% of your contribution, up to 4% of eligible contribution
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Ventra Program, EAP programs, and more

Pay

Salary Range: $50,000–$82,500/Annually