Purchasing Supervisor - InterContinental Washington DC - The Wharf

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf is the newest addition to the reimagined Wharf neighborhood bringing sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting.  Featuring Moon Rabbit, a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by Chef Kevin Tien with a unique and complex menu, as well as a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.

As Purchasing Supervisor, you’ll manage the purchasing, storing, and distribution of operating equipment, and supplies function, and food and beverage inventories in support of Hotel Operations. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• To research price, service and quality of operation requirements and recommend the best option to maximize pricing and quality in keeping with the Hotel’s standards
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• To document all orders on the Hotel Purchase Orders and liaise with department managers and suppliers regarding deliveries
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• To report on actual and potential cost of food and beverage and inventory turn over on a per period basis, providing menu engineering analysis
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• To supervise and administer the Micros point of sale system integrity with respect to reporting outlet revenues, cost analysis, financial reporting, systems security and day to day maintenance
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• To review for accuracy standard yields, recipes and menu costs
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• To communicate expectations to the Operations Support Coordinator and Receiver through:
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• The Recruitment and Selection Process
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• Departmental Orientation
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• Job Description and Task Lists by classification
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• The Designated Trainer Program
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• Performance Appraisal Process
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• To respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.
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• To conduct audits to ensure food and beverage outlet revenues are being reported accurately in conformance with Company internal control policies and procedures
|
• To establish and maintain the Hotel’s integrity through a professional and good working relationship with suppliers
|
• To maintain an awareness of the latest market industry trends with relevance to the food operation as it relates to the kitchen operation and make recommendations to the Chef to improve costs while maintaining quality
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• To direct and compile quarterly operating equipment inventories in accordance to Company requirements
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• To conduct monthly operating supplies inventory, and purchase replacement of consumption
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QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

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• Two years hotel departmental supervisory experience
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• Candidate must have proficiency in English, have excellent communication skills, the ability to work well with others and have proven successful rapport with guest                                                                                                       
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This job requires ability to perform the following:

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• Use Windows based programs, i.e. Word and Excel       
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Other:

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• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently. 
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We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a uniform, great room discount and superb training.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care, that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - click here to find out more about us.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

IHG is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion where everyone feels safe, respected and valued. We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our teams, and encourage our colleagues to bring their authentic and best selves to work.

Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf is the newest addition to the reimagined Wharf neighborhood bringing sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting.  Featuring Moon Rabbit, a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant by Chef Kevin Tien with a unique and complex menu, as well as a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.

As Purchasing Supervisor, you’ll manage the purchasing, storing, and distribution of operating equipment, and supplies function, and food and beverage inventories in support of Hotel Operations. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

|
• To research price, service and quality of operation requirements and recommend the best option to maximize pricing and quality in keeping with the Hotel’s standards
|
• To document all orders on the Hotel Purchase Orders and liaise with department managers and suppliers regarding deliveries
|
• To report on actual and potential cost of food and beverage and inventory turn over on a per period basis, providing menu engineering analysis
|
• To supervise and administer the Micros point of sale system integrity with respect to reporting outlet revenues, cost analysis, financial reporting, systems security and day to day maintenance
|
• To review for accuracy standard yields, recipes and menu costs
|
• To communicate expectations to the Operations Support Coordinator and Receiver through:
|
|
• The Recruitment and Selection Process
|
• Departmental Orientation
|
• Job Description and Task Lists by classification
|
• The Designated Trainer Program
|
• Performance Appraisal Process
|
|
• To respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.
|
• To conduct audits to ensure food and beverage outlet revenues are being reported accurately in conformance with Company internal control policies and procedures
|
• To establish and maintain the Hotel’s integrity through a professional and good working relationship with suppliers
|
• To maintain an awareness of the latest market industry trends with relevance to the food operation as it relates to the kitchen operation and make recommendations to the Chef to improve costs while maintaining quality
|
• To direct and compile quarterly operating equipment inventories in accordance to Company requirements
|
• To conduct monthly operating supplies inventory, and purchase replacement of consumption
|

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

|
• Two years hotel departmental supervisory experience
|

|
• Candidate must have proficiency in English, have excellent communication skills, the ability to work well with others and have proven successful rapport with guest                                                                                                       
|

This job requires ability to perform the following:

|
• Use Windows based programs, i.e. Word and Excel       
|

Other:

|
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently. 
|

We’ll reward all your hard work with a great salary and benefits – including a uniform, great room discount and superb training.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care, that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - click here to find out more about us.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

IHG is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion where everyone feels safe, respected and valued. We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our teams, and encourage our colleagues to bring their authentic and best selves to work.

Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants