Director of Purchasing

About the role

Oversee the operations of a full-service hospitality purchasing and design organization including budgeting, project management, vendor negotiations and brand relations.

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Responsibilities

• Interview, select, train, schedule, coach and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with company core values.
• Manage a team of 4‑7 professionals.
• Organize project work flow and ensure timely completion for clients.
• Oversee all brand submittals and ensure work is being done up to designated brand specifications.
• Work closely with construction team and provide weekly project updates.
• Provide weekly reports to Senior Management on status of all work being performed.

Requirements

• Ability to relocate to Harrisburg, PA area within 6 months of start date.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Mastery of Excel is critical.
• Strong background in negotiating vendor contracts.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, and use hands/fingers to operate a keyboard.
• Requires travel to hotel locations throughout the country and to sites under construction.