Purchasing Agent jobs in San Antonio, TX

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Agent
  • Hotel Contessa
  • San Antonio, TX OTHER
  • About Us

    Don't meet every single requirement of this job? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization! We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

    Overview

    Assist the Hotel Departments in their purchasing needs, while monitoring hotel spending.

    Responsibilities

    • Communicate with Director Food and Beverage, Executive Chef and Sous Chefs and order all F and B products according to hotel needs and specifications. Forecast operational needs and schedule deliveries of all food and beverage items.
    • Monitor the grades and quality of products received to ensure that they meet the hotel's established standards.
    • Determine the food and beverage requirements for all catering menus, and orders according to guarantee of the menus.
    • Participate in all hotel meetings including weekly staff, Food and Beverage, and daily menu meeting.
    • Supervise purchasing staff, including interviewing prospective associates for the purchasing department, training, coaching, counseling and discipline, to ensure the smooth operation of all aspects of the purchasing department, such as ordering, receiving, issuing and storing.
    • Obtain bids from vendors, using the telephone and FAX machines, according to the specifications set by the department heads. Determine the best possible price for the desired items, and place orders for all non-food items. Schedule deliveries of non-food items to meet the operational needs outlined by the department heads.
    • Maintain HEI Hotels and Resorts purchasing programs and arrangements. Ensure adherence to all corporate purchasing policies and procedures such as requisition process.
    • Personally check and ensure appropriate levels of inventories are maintained to minimize waste and maximize ratio turnover.
    • Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
    • Perform any other job related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Hotel experience preferred.
    • Must have full knowledge of food, beverage, general and printing products and purchasing procedures.
    • Basic mathematical and computer skills to order items and track deliveries.
    • Ability to apply basic supervisory skills to plan, organize, direct, coach, train and discipline associates, as necessary.
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

    Benefits

    HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs ​through EyeMed. ​Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status. 

     

    Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.

                                                                                                                                    

    HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Purchasing Agent
  • Westland Real Estate Group
  • San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Agent Company Overview: Established in 1977, Westland Real Estate Group is a privately owned Property Management company that manages and owns their own Real Estate portfolio responsibly. O...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Buyer/Purchasing Agent
  • Deployed Services, LLC
  • Carrizo Springs, TX FULL_TIME
  • About us We’re a professional services company that works as a strategic partner to federal, state, and local governments. We aid in providing staffing support at government facilities that temporaril...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Parts Purchasing Agent
  • V.K. KNOWLTON CONSTRUCTION & UTILITIES, INC
  • San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME
  • V.K. Knowlton Construction & Utilities, Inc. Parts Purchasing Agent Will support the Shop Department. Follow direction of Shop Super foreman to ensure the shop and main office is properly supported. C...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent- San Antonio, TX
  • Johnstone Supply- The Petit Group
  • San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME
  • At Johnstone Supply, we're more than just a workplace – we're a family. Our employees love working here, and we're excited to welcome new members to our tight-knit team. We are searching for a skilled...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Purchasing Specialist
  • The Greenbrier Companies
  • San Antonio, TX FULL_TIME
  • At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters. The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight r...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Home Care RN LVN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Health LVN or RN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Vocational Nurse / LVN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN LVN Pediatric Private Duty
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric Home Care LVN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Home Health RN LVN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Staff Accountant
  • Thrive Youth Center Inc
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Job Description Job Description General Description: The Staff Accountant reports to the Executive Director and supports...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

San Antonio (/ˌsæn ænˈtoʊnioʊ/; from Spanish, "Saint Anthony"), officially the City of San Antonio, is the seventh-most populous city in the United States, and the second-most populous city in both Texas and the Southern United States, with more than 1.5 million residents. Founded as a Spanish mission and colonial outpost in 1718, the city became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731. The area was still part of the Spanish Empire, and later of the Mexican Republic. Today it is the state's oldest municipality. The city's deep history is contrasted with its rapid rec...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$56,769 to $77,741
San Antonio, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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