Construction and Equipment Sr. Buyer - Chuze Fitness

At Chuze Fitness, we're reinventing the fitness industry with a focus on hospitality, community, and compassion. We prioritize people and foster a vibrant work environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our culture of kindness. We're seeking individuals of all backgrounds who embody kindness, sociability, and strong work ethic.

If you're ready to dive into the heart of hospitality, we want you on our team! Join us in making a difference!

$70,000 - $90,000 / per year based on relevant experience

The Senior Buyer position is a member-obsessed leadership role at a high-growth, multi-site hospitality business. The Senior Buyer will support development, fitness, facilities, repairs and maintenance, home office, and other functions related to their construction and equipment purchasing needs. This role requires strategic, technical, change management, and operational expertise, demonstrated through prior education and professional work experience.

This role will support the Director of Purchasing & Supply Chain with significant changes regarding personnel, structure, policies, processes, and systems, which must be designed to scale to support the business' growth. This role will assist with designing, implementing, and then executing internal controls and compliance over significant portions of the procure-to-pay and capital expenditure processes. 

The ideal candidate is energized by a high-growth environment, thrives in structure and ambiguity, enjoys problem-solving, dives into details, and brings exceptional pride of ownership.

The first 90 days of employment will be in-office to facilitate training and onboarding. After this initial period, the option to work remotely on certain days may become available.

Responsibilities (includes but is not limited to the following):

• Assist with designing, implementing, administering, and monitoring contracts and purchasing policies, programs, processes, and systems.
• Provide advisory support to leadership and transactional support to the business for construction and equipment sourcing, purchasing, and logistics.
• Support and partner with construction project managers and fitness leadership to facilitate successful new club build-outs and remodels.
• Partner with executive, regional, district, and club-level leadership to develop a best-in-class supply chain execution for construction and equipment.
• Counsel executives on the implication of supply chain issues, contracts/subcontract ethics, and compliance matters.
• Assist with negotiations of major contracts, subcontracts, services, and supply agreements.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and audits to ensure compliance with company standards and industry regulations.
• Review and recommend terms and conditions, including confidentiality and other agreements.
• Represent the company to suppliers, establishing and developing supplier relationships.
• Onboard new suppliers and manage change with existing suppliers.
• Drive operational and financial excellence by meeting or exceeding established department KPIs.
• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies for construction materials and gym equipment to meet project needs
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies in the purchasing process
• Manage budgets and track purchasing expenditures
• Prepare cost analysis and reports for senior management
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives
• Assist with developing, presenting, and monitoring programs to communicate to staff.
• Assist with responding to internal and external audits of contracts and procurement functions, as needed.
• Mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions and supplier reliability, where possible.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about trends, pricing, and availability of construction materials and gym equipment
• Analyze and forecast market trends to make informed purchasing decisions

Required:

• Ability to be in San Diego, CA office 4-5 days a week
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement
• Experience with procurement of construction materials and/or gym equipment
• Experience at a multi-location company
• Experience in relevant ERP software 
• Strategic thinking with a proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and contract management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organized, accountable, and able to set and reach goals
• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • Tour the club: walking and climbing stairs
  • Bending, kneeling, and repetitive arm movement
  • Sitting or standing for long periods
  • Repetitive phone work
  • Repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movements
  • Typing and computer operations
  • Ability to lift at least 3lbs

Preferred:

• APICS Certification
• NetSuite financial proficiency

Perks & Benefits:

• Flex PTO
• Medical Insurance with a large employer contribution         
• Supplemental Insurances: Dental, Vision, Life, STD, Accident, and more (plans may change year to year)
• 401k plan (eligible after 30 days of employment)
• Discounts in-club and through vendor partners
• Free gym membership + 1 free family/friend gym membership

Chuze Fitness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our consideration for any candidate is based solely on merit. Background checks are required for some positions.