Procurement And Asset Manager

Georgia State University is seeking to hire an experienced Food Purchasing Manager. The Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for coordinating food and beverage purchasing for the PantherDining Department. This includes interaction with the inventory and food production application and staff to assist in coordinating food purchasing, menu maintenance, inventory management, invoice processing, and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages staff to coordinate the food, beverage and services buying in support of the day-to-day needs of PantherDining operations, which receive daily deliveries from multiple vendors. Develops ongoing vendor relationships with local distributors and suppliers who are prepared to understand and support the special requirements of an educational institution. Works with these suppliers to participate from time-to-time in PantherDining sponsored programs or initiatives.
• Maintains a good understanding of trends and market movement in products for bringing up-to-date market information of products and availability so that the PantherDining program can maintain innovation in the food and menu design. PantherDining’s vision emphasizes improving sourcing of biodiverse ingredients. Develops food cost and commodity pricing reports on a monthly basis for the Dining Hall Managers and Directors. Additionally, supports members of the senior leadership team by informing them about each business line and providing insights on food spend and opportunities and challenges with product procurement, in an effort to optimize higher value and improved experiences for our community.
• Drives innovation and development of potential new suppliers and alternate sources. Develops direct, ongoing manufacturer, farmer, and fisherman relationships in support of PantherDining's sustainability initiatives. Oversees and monitors vendor contract compliance to ensure terms and conditions are being met.
• Proficient in the inventory and menu management system, audits product information and ensures accurate procurement, nutritional and price information is maintained by staff. Monitors costs compared to budget as often as necessary to ensure costs do not exceed budget. Identifies cost drivers and makes recommendations to PantherDining management team and leadership of changes to the menu offering if warranted.
• Evaluates and recommends process improvements and implements change in coordination with PantherDining's operational teams. Advises PantherDining Leadership of procurement policies and procedures and ensures compliance with guidelines. Builds strong relationships with PantherDining management team to include all directors, general managers, chefs, and supervisors.
• Strategizes with PantherDining Management Team to advance the overall procurement approach and monitor spend by products and services to ensure budget guidelines are not exceeded. Propose menu item alternatives to HUDS when costs become prohibitive. Works with primary suppliers to mutually develop benchmark metrics and conduct scheduled business meetings to discuss performance against these metrics.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation skills with strong influencing and persuasive talents.
• Ability to focus on priority projects and tasks.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, time management skills.
• Aptitude for innovation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in all temperature conditions.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative; ability to effectively organize, multi-task and prioritize a wide array of initiatives.
• Experience with Aurora's Food Pro or other management software is a plus.
• Physical Requirements: Extended standing, walking, ability to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Ability to handle many assignments simultaneously.
• High integrity and ethics.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

• Resume
• A complete and accurate GSU application