Complex Purchasing Supervisor - Hilton Tampa Downtown/Embassy Suites Tampa Downtown Convention Center (Finance)

A Purchasing Clerk is responsible for purchasing materials for the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

What will I be doing?

As Purchasing Clerk, you would be responsible for purchasing materials for the hotel in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Purchase materials for the hotel through approved vendors
• Establish, manage and maintain supply levels for the hotel
• Purchase maintenance and repair supplies for hotel
• Adhere to established procedures and policies in purchases
• Research prices and supplies of non-mandated items
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local and company regulations regarding storage, safety and sanitation

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

Required Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably within a hotel or food and beverage environment.

• Strong understanding of F&B purchasing and inventory control systems.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiations.

• Proficiency in inventory management software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!