Position Title: PURCHASING SPECIALIST
Shift: Onsite, 6:30 AM - 3 PM
Salary: $58,000 - $62,000
Other Forms of Compensation:
none
Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Canteen
brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our
growth.
Interested in joining our team? You
bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the
opportunity
and innovation.
Together,
we’ll continue to transform our industry. Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Job Summary
The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing procurement guidelines that comply with established regulations and support operational goals of the school nutrition program.
Key Responsibilities
Maintains an order schedule to assure products are in stock and avoid out of stock. Receives and collects product orders from different departments. Tracks and places daily orders to various vendors. Reviews all orders before submitting to vendors. Reviews inventory levels and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. Reviews usage projections and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. Completes daily communication with vendors in a high level professional manner while practicing email etiquette. Maintains excellent vendor and client relations. Works with different departments to facilitate a smooth day to day operation. Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of one to three years of purchasing experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills Knowledge of school nutrition / food industry and/or purchasing strongly preferred. Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet Serv Safe certified highly desirable
Apply to Canteen today! Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen
are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf Req ID: 1502339 Canteen Brandy Wilson
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Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Canteen
brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our
growth.
Interested in joining our team? You
bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the
opportunity
and innovation.
Together,
we’ll continue to transform our industry. Come grow with us. We are Canteen.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Job Summary
The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing procurement guidelines that comply with established regulations and support operational goals of the school nutrition program.
Key Responsibilities
Maintains an order schedule to assure products are in stock and avoid out of stock. Receives and collects product orders from different departments. Tracks and places daily orders to various vendors. Reviews all orders before submitting to vendors. Reviews inventory levels and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. Reviews usage projections and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. Completes daily communication with vendors in a high level professional manner while practicing email etiquette. Maintains excellent vendor and client relations. Works with different departments to facilitate a smooth day to day operation. Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of one to three years of purchasing experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills Knowledge of school nutrition / food industry and/or purchasing strongly preferred. Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet Serv Safe certified highly desirable
Apply to Canteen today! Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.
At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Canteen
are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely,
click here
or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf Req ID: 1502339 Canteen Brandy Wilson