Purchasing Specialist - Renton, WA - Compass Group, North America

Fresh & Ready Foods Position Title: Purchasing Specialist - Renton, WA Salary: $70,000 - $78,000 Other Forms of Compensation: yearly bonus Growth. Opportunity. Excellence. Fresh & Ready Foods is a member of Canteen. Canteen sets the national standard for excellence in automated retail, and EVERY segment of our business is thriving. We employ the best team in the industry and their dedication, collaboration and passion fuel our growth. YOU bring enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we'll supply the opportunity and innovation. TOGETHER we'll continue transforming the micro-market, dining, coffee, and vending industry. Come grow with us. We are Canteen. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs, and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Click here (http://www.altogethergreat.com/wp-content/uploads/Professional-Management-QSG.pdf) to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position. Job Summary Job Summary: The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing procurement guidelines that comply with established regulations and support operational goals of the school nutrition program. Key Responsibilities: + Maintains an order schedule to assure products are in stock and avoid out of stock. + Receives and collects product orders from different departments. + Tracks and places daily orders to various vendors. + Reviews all orders before submitting to vendors. + Reviews inventory levels and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. + Reviews usage projections and compare to orders before submitting to vendors. + Completes daily communication with vendors in a high level professional manner while practicing email etiquette. + Maintains excellent vendor and client relations. + Works with different departments to facilitate a smooth day to day operation. + Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed. Preferred Qualifications: + Minimum of one to three years of purchasing experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training + Good knowledge of food and inventory trends with a focus on operations + P&L accountability and contract-managed service experience is desirable + Possess accurate data-entry skills, computer skills, and be detailed oriented with great organizational skills + Knowledge of school nutrition / food industry and/or purchasing strongly preferred. + Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet + Serv Safe certified highly desirable Apply to Canteen today! Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Fresh & Ready Foods maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_Canteen.pdf) for paid time off benefits information. Req ID: 1382043 Fresh & Ready Foods Jacinda Moore