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

• Equipment procurement experience preferred
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience with Excel and Access
• Willingness to relocate to the Madison, WI area (reimbursed)

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

Skills

• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Merit-based compensation
• Annual raises and bonuses
• Stock grants
• Global healthcare
• Inclusive workplace culture

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible to accommodate the needs of the position and the department.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary benefits such as vision, dental, and pet insurance

Living in Madison, WI

Epic is located just outside Madison, Wisconsin, the second fastest growing market for tech talent in the United States and home to the state capital and the University of Wisconsin. Madison, a city surrounded by water, has received accolades for being the greenest city in America (NerdWallet), the best city for renters (SmartAsset), the fittest city in America (Fitbit), and the third best metro in the US for young professionals (Forbes Advisor).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to creating innovative solutions that benefit all patients and communities.