Purchasing Coordinator

About the role

Join a team that helps keep one of New Orleans' premier hotels operating efficiently behind the scenes. As a Purchasing Coordinator at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, you’ll play a vital role in supporting hotel operations by coordinating procurement, receiving, inventory management, and accounts payable processes. This position serves as a key link between hotel departments, vendors, and finance, ensuring the timely and accurate flow of goods, services, and payments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process invoices for payment through the BirchStreet procurement system while ensuring the accuracy of all items, quantities, and pricing associated with purchase orders.
• Review invoices for discrepancies, work directly with vendors and internal departments to resolve issues prior to payment processing, and track invoices through the payment cycle to ensure timely completion.
• Manage vendor payment schedules, maintain accurate supplier records within BirchStreet, and prioritize payments to ensure invoices are paid within established credit terms.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the organization’s goals.

Qualifications

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience.
• Intermediate-level proficiency in MS applications.
• Knowledge/skill in inventory and warehouse management.
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
• Customer service orientation.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.
• Able to lift, push, or pull about 40 lbs.
• Strong desire to learn and grow.

Benefits

• Career Growth and Advancement – Hyatt believes strongly in promoting from within. We offer training, skills development, and career mobility with opportunities for advancement at every level.
• Affordable Benefits after 30 days – Full-time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, and STD coverage.
• Referral Bonuses up to $500 – For bringing new members to our team.
• Free and Discounted Room Nights – At Hyatt hotels around the world.
• Paid Time Off – Holiday pay, new child leave, and personal days.
• Healthcare FSA – Save money on eligible medical expenses.
• Financial Perks – 401(k) with company match and discounted employee stock purchase plan.
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 emotional support, legal guidance, and personal & financial resources.
• Retail Discounts – Savings at Headspace, Apple, AT&T, Verizon, and more.