Purchasing Manager
About the role
Ben E. Keith Company, established over a century ago, is a leading distributor of fine food and premium beverages. Our Food Division serves as a comprehensive multi-state distributor, while our Beverage Division operates in Texas, distributing Anheuser-Busch products, craft, and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.
Responsibilities
- Perform replenishment of all assigned inventory items to increase category profitability and streamline operational efficiencies.
- Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude, and adhere to the dress code.
- Manage the replenishment of products within assigned categories to ensure supply balances with demand at the best price.
- Manage administrative functions such as purchasing system management, price verification, and new item requests.
- Manage the purchase order process to drive the completion of purchases from inception to delivery.
- Assist in the daily job responsibilities of assigned Purchasing Assistants (where applicable).
- Provide feedback to the Director of Purchasing regarding the performance of Purchasing Assistants.
- Consistently demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices in support of BEK culture.
- Manage purchasing levels based on pre-determined guidelines.
Requirements
- Previous purchasing and/or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of and ability to competently use MS Office, internet, and email; willingness to learn new software as needed.
- Previous management experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Inventory/Purchasing system.
- Valid driver’s license required for driving to perform company business.
- Ability to write reports, correspondence, and communications.
- Ability to present information to vendors and employees in a written and/or verbal format.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments, and tasks, monitoring use of time and appropriately using equipment, facilities, and materials to provide timely and quality responses.
- Ability to learn and use all Ben E. Keith applications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related industry.
Skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with inventory and purchasing systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
- Short and Long Term Disability.
- 401K with matching contribution.
- Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid).
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness Program.
- Education Assistance Program.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Employee Credit Union.
Pay
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Company Information
Ben E. Keith Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business committed to supporting the diverse communities in which we operate. Our competitive employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, 401K with matching contribution, profit-sharing plan, employee assistance program, wellness program, educational assistance program, paid vacation, holidays, and an Employee Credit Union. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees contribute to our success.
We are an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.