Purchasing Manager- $56,000

Organization- Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown

Summary

Join us for the opportunity to be a part of our Purchasing team as a Purchasing Manager. Not only will you be part of a rock-star team, but you’ll get to be part of a company that has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For" by Fortune and Great Place To Work. Hyatt has earned a spot on this prestigious list for 12 consecutive years, making it one of the longest-ranked hospitality brands.

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement, distribution, and inventory of all goods and supplies necessary for hotel operations. Working closely with department heads and hotel leadership, this role ensures that all purchasing activities support the hotel’s operational needs, financial goals, and brand standards.

This role manages all aspects of the purchasing function, including vendor negotiations, purchasing procedures, inventory control, cost-saving initiatives, and daily food and beverage procurement. The Purchasing Manager also supervises the Purchasing team and works hands-on when needed, including receiving shipments and maintaining accurate records.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Manage all procurement activities across the hotel, including sourcing, ordering, and receiving supplies, equipment, and food and beverage products

Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery

Collaborate with hotel departments to forecast needs, ensure timely delivery, and address procurement-related issues

Monitor inventory levels and establish par stocks to support operational efficiency and minimize waste

Oversee daily and monthly inventory counts and reconcile purchase records accurately

Maintain compliance with internal purchasing policies, procedures, and accounting controls

Analyze spending patterns and identify cost-saving opportunities through vendor consolidation or alternative sourcing

Supervise and develop purchasing staff, providing training and performance feedback

Coordinate and receive deliveries; lift and move products as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hospitality procurement strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of purchasing systems including Opera PMS, Oracle EBS, and BirchStreet is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and general computer literacy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing physical receiving duties
• Knowledge of food safety and product storage standards
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.