Senior Buyer - Culinary
Epic · Joliet, IL · 1 wk ago
On-sitePurchasingFull-time
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- Prioritize sourcing locally whenever possible and work with a variety of purveyors, from local farmers to national wholesalers, to strike the right balance between quality, sustainability, and cost.
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
- Knowledge of culinary equipment and supplies
- Ability to manage vendor relationships
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits to keep you healthy and happy as you grow in your life and career
- Merit-based compensation reflecting the impact of your work on the company and our customers
- Annual raises and bonuses
- Stock grants
- Global healthcare
- Equity in the success of Epic and our customers
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time position.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Annual raises and bonuses
- Stock grants
- Global healthcare
- Equity in the success of Epic and our customers