Job: Purchasing Manager

Status: Full-time
Type of Position: Mid- & Senior-Level Management
Category: Accounting & Finance


Position Description:
THE RESORT
Rising from the magnificent bluffs on the wildly romantic Palos Verdes Peninsula is Terranea Resort, an exquisite 582 room mixed use resort, on 102 acres of oceanfront front land, featuring world-class amenities including a 25,000 sq ft spa, executive golf academy, over 100,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor meeting & event facilities, gourmet dining and interactive children's center. Located within the resort is a limited collection of Ocean Villa, Ocean Casita and Ocean Bungalow properties that will provide owners an unparalleled seaside escape, as well as access to all of the amenities of this remarkable destination.

THE BUSINESS
The design and development of Terranea Resort (*Terranea*) can be attributed to the talents of the Lowe Destination Development under the Lowe Hospitality Group, a division of Lowe Enterprises. For more than 35years, Lowe Enterprises, (a privately held, Los Angeles-based entity) has planned, developed and operated luxury resorts and residential communities across the United States, such as the Resort at Squaw Creek, The Reserve, and SunRiver Resort. For more information about Lowe Destination Development (*LDD*), visit www.lowedd.com.

As part of the Lowe Hospitality Group, Destination Hotels & Resorts will manage the operations of Terranea Resort as well as the Ocean Villas, Ocean Casitas and Ocean Bungalows at Terranea. Widely recognized as one of the most accomplished resort management companies in America, Destination Hotels & Resorts currently operates 30 independent, luxury and upscale hotels, resorts and golf clubs across the nation. For more information about Destination Hotels & Resorts, visit their website at www.destinationhotels.com.

OUR CULTURE
Destination Hotels & Resorts (*DH&R*) fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place Culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with DH&R. Our associates are proud to work here!

Principle Responsibilities & Position Purpose: Negotiate purchases of goods and/or services on behalf of the hotel, as directed. Responsible for all F&B Storeroom operations including inspecting, storing and distributing merchandise, storeroom organization, inventory and maintenance.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

10%Manage daily operations of the storerooms to include receipt, distribution, liquidation, and inventories. Maintain a current accounting system for purchase orders as compared to budgeted dollar amounts.

10%Source and negotiate the purchase of all goods required to operate the hotel, always striving for the best quality at the lowest price.

10%Research and development of goods and/or services as directed.

10% Maintain a purchasing log of items received daily to be sent to Accounts Payable on a daily basis.

10%Coordinate purchases with Department management. Maintain a balance between acceptable inventory levels and a profitable hotel.

10%Direct all personnel to ensure that customer satisfaction is achieved or exceeded.

10%Manage all aspects of Hotel storerooms, ensuring security of hotel inventory.

10%Ensure all requested or assigned reports are complete in a timely and accurate manner.

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by management based upon the particular requirements of the company.

1Use effective and professional communication to ensure that the department functions properly and associates interface with one-another for effective execution in planning and operations.
1Select, train, schedules, supervise, develop, discipline, and counsel associates according to hotel*s policies and procedures.
2Employ a hands-on, open door style of leadership that reflects the core values of the property and company.
3Direct all personnel to ensure that customer satisfaction is achieved or exceeded.
4Demonstrate a customer driven style of leadership with a sense of urgency in interactions, execution and recovery.
5Consistently serve as an active role model, trainer, coach and mentor to provide continuing education to others.
6Consistently and effectively

Position Requirements:
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