Interim Assistant Director of Purchasing
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Denver, CO, United States
Summary
Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa – Beaver Creek, Colorado. Full-time position with a yearly salary of $75,000.00. Interim temporary assignment.
Job Title Interim Assistant Director of Purchasing
Location Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa – Beaver Creek, Colorado
Position Type Interim / Temporary Assignment
Position Summary Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is seeking a highly motivated and experienced interim Assistant Director of Purchasing to support and oversee procurement operations during a transitional period. This role is responsible for ensuring seamless purchasing operations, maintaining compliance with Hyatt and Avendra standards, and driving cost control initiatives—particularly within Food & Beverage. The leader will partner closely with the Executive Chef, Director of Finance, and operational teams to uphold the resort’s luxury standards while identifying efficiencies and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Director of Purchasing in overseeing all procurement functions for the resort
Ensure full compliance with Hyatt purchasing policies, audit standards, and internal controls
Serve as the hotel’s BirchStreet Administrator, ensuring adherence to requisition, purchase order, and inventory processes
Drive Avendra compliance, maximizing program participation, cost savings, and rebate performance
Act as primary liaison with the Avendra Account Manager
Operations, Receiving & Inventory Management
Oversee daily operations of the loading dock, receiving, and storeroom areas, ensuring exceptional organization, cleanliness, and efficiency
Maintain strict storeroom security, product rotation, and par level accuracy
Ensure quality control at the point of delivery, upholding luxury brand standards
Lead and coordinate quarterly inventory processes
Serve as Dock Master, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and operational flow
Financial Performance & Cost Control
Partner with the Executive Chef and Finance team to drive Food & Beverage cost controls and achieve budgeted targets
Monitor purchasing patterns and inventory levels to identify cost‑saving opportunities and reduce waste
Support initiatives to optimize inventory levels, including reducing excess beverage inventory
Ensure compliance with purchase order policies and contribute to accurate financial reporting
Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to support cost improvement initiatives and evolving operational needs
Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, consistency, and competitive pricing
Continuously identify new and innovative products to enhance the resort’s offerings, including seasonal and outlet‑specific initiatives
Beverage Program Support
Act as a key liaison between beverage representatives, operational leadership, and the DOO
Collaborate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, promotions, and allocations
Support planning and execution of beverage activations and programming throughout the year
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Report to the Executive Chef with a dotted‑line relationship to the Director of Finance
Partner with all departments to support sourcing needs and ensure timely procurement of goods
Provide leadership and guidance to purchasing and receiving colleagues, ensuring consistency and accountability
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within a luxury hotel or resort environment
Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Experience with Avendra and BirchStreet systems highly preferred
Strong understanding of Food & Beverage operations and cost control practices
Excellent organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills
Ability to adapt quickly and lead effectively in an interim capacity
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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Job Title Interim Assistant Director of Purchasing
Location Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa – Beaver Creek, Colorado
Position Type Interim / Temporary Assignment
Position Summary Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is seeking a highly motivated and experienced interim Assistant Director of Purchasing to support and oversee procurement operations during a transitional period. This role is responsible for ensuring seamless purchasing operations, maintaining compliance with Hyatt and Avendra standards, and driving cost control initiatives—particularly within Food & Beverage. The leader will partner closely with the Executive Chef, Director of Finance, and operational teams to uphold the resort’s luxury standards while identifying efficiencies and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Director of Purchasing in overseeing all procurement functions for the resort
Ensure full compliance with Hyatt purchasing policies, audit standards, and internal controls
Serve as the hotel’s BirchStreet Administrator, ensuring adherence to requisition, purchase order, and inventory processes
Drive Avendra compliance, maximizing program participation, cost savings, and rebate performance
Act as primary liaison with the Avendra Account Manager
Operations, Receiving & Inventory Management
Oversee daily operations of the loading dock, receiving, and storeroom areas, ensuring exceptional organization, cleanliness, and efficiency
Maintain strict storeroom security, product rotation, and par level accuracy
Ensure quality control at the point of delivery, upholding luxury brand standards
Lead and coordinate quarterly inventory processes
Serve as Dock Master, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and operational flow
Financial Performance & Cost Control
Partner with the Executive Chef and Finance team to drive Food & Beverage cost controls and achieve budgeted targets
Monitor purchasing patterns and inventory levels to identify cost‑saving opportunities and reduce waste
Support initiatives to optimize inventory levels, including reducing excess beverage inventory
Ensure compliance with purchase order policies and contribute to accurate financial reporting
Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to support cost improvement initiatives and evolving operational needs
Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, consistency, and competitive pricing
Continuously identify new and innovative products to enhance the resort’s offerings, including seasonal and outlet‑specific initiatives
Beverage Program Support
Act as a key liaison between beverage representatives, operational leadership, and the DOO
Collaborate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, promotions, and allocations
Support planning and execution of beverage activations and programming throughout the year
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Report to the Executive Chef with a dotted‑line relationship to the Director of Finance
Partner with all departments to support sourcing needs and ensure timely procurement of goods
Provide leadership and guidance to purchasing and receiving colleagues, ensuring consistency and accountability
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Qualifications
3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within a luxury hotel or resort environment
Prior leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred
Experience with Avendra and BirchStreet systems highly preferred
Strong understanding of Food & Beverage operations and cost control practices
Excellent organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills
Ability to adapt quickly and lead effectively in an interim capacity
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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