Newrest

Procurement Supervisor

Newrest Houston, TX

The Procurement Supervisor will develop purchasing strategies and oversee the purchasing and receiving team in their daily activities of sourcing suppliers, purchasing/receiving products, and services. They will manage and optimize the purchasing activities and ensure that inventory levels are properly maintained and controlled.

  • Supervise a part of the Supply department and monitor Supplier’s performance
  • Manage and supervise the work of assigned employees within the department
  • Motivate and inspire team members to perform above expectations through proper recognition methods and programs.
  • Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed per Newrest and client’s requirements
  • Communicate effectively with all crew members and team members
  • Hold team members accountable for all expectations
  • Manage and coordinate daily purchasing operations, including the planning of daily delivery schedules; proper distribution of products to departments; receipt of incoming product.
  • Responsible for ensuring timely processing and follow-through of department deliverables.
  • Model, motivate, train and coach subordinate staff to deliver superior service to internal guests and vendors, including establishing strong bonds with suppliers and vendors; creating strong relationships with other departments; collaborating with leaders across the organization to build a strong inventory and purchasing system.
  • Strategic planning with leadership team to control product procurement and quality of goods ordered; establish and control inventory ordering to planned events; assist with food costing and menu costing; prepare cost analysis and bid proposals; work with executive team to establish appropriate policies and procedures for purchasing and receiving.
  • Review daily Production Needs and align purchase orders accordingly.
  • Provide root cause analysis for any overpurchased or underpurchased goods.
  • Ensuring compliance with Newrest procurement policies and procedures.
  • Distributes purchasing information to all departments as needed.
  • Completes other related projects as assigned by the Procurement Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and explain policies and procedures used in purchasing.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
  • 1-2 years’ experience in inflight catering or airport hub environment, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or food industry managing non-exempt level employees
  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Purchasing and Supply Chain
  • Industries

    Food and Beverage Services

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