Senior Buyer - Culinary

About the role

Play a key role in the procurement for our culinary department including large industrial appliances and merchandising equipment, to small wares like spatulas, whisks, and plates… as well as large quantities of food and consumables.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our chefs and other stakeholders (including the catering, events, facilities, and accounting teams)
• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with a variety of vendors
• Source locally whenever possible and work with a variety of purveyors, from local farmers to national wholesalers
• Update and expand culinary facilities to support daily menus featuring a variety of regional, international, and seasonal offerings

Requirements

• Experience with Excel and Access
• Willingness to relocate to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Equipment procurement experience preferred
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

Skills

• Knowledge of local and national suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Merit-based compensation
• Annual raises and bonuses
• Stock grants
• Global healthcare
• Flexible work environment
• Four-week sabbatical after five years

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Varies based on project demands

Benefits

• Healthcare is global
• Work-life balance with flexible hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Location

Based on our campus in Madison, WI. Financial relocation assistance provided.