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 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 vendor relationships
• Strong analytical and problem-solving 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

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible to accommodate the needs of the culinary department.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Professional development opportunities

Location

The position is based on our campus in Madison, WI, and requires relocation to the area. We recruit nationally and provide financial relocation assistance.