Purchasing Specialist - Sodexo

Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our food services team at ProMedica Toledo Hospital located in Toledo, Ohio.  With 800 patient beds, Toledo Hospital is the flagship hospital of ProMedica Health System. This unit offers 'At Your Request' Room Service, a large retail operation that generates $4M in sales annually and high volume/high end catering.  Future openings consist of a new state of the art Retail Cafe and kitchen, two (2) new retail outlets, and an offsite micro market location.  

This position will coordinate the activities of buyers and support staff engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery and supplies in the organization.   They will prepare instructions regarding purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly. They will also establish procedures to accomplish the procurement of a variety of materials in a cost-effective manner

What You'll Do

• Manage, supervise and motivate Sodexo team/staff by providing training and counseling to promote 100% work efficiency daily.
• Assist in managing pricing structure to meet food cost goals
• Create and monitor reports with variable year and seasonality prices input in order to create the most cost-effective high-end menus together with operations
• Analyze procurement and financial data in conjunction with the Supply Chain Director for opportunities including supplier rationalization, tenders, aggregation and specification alternatives
• Review purchase requisitions, obtain competitive quotes and plan purchase orders
• Monitor and resolve supplier performance and business issues that may occur to ensure food safety compliance, HACCP regulations and FDA regulations
• Prepares purchase requisitions, approve and issues purchase orders in accordance with company policy and negotiated terms and conditions.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

• have a work history demonstrating strong employee engagement leadership skills, as well as previous supervisory experience and the ability to work collaboratively; 
• have culinary production experience and a strong background in safety and sanitation compliance; 
• can manage multiple priorities, demonstrate professional communication skills, and a passion for a high level of customer service; 
• prioritize tasks and exhibit flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed; and/or
• demonstrate working knowledge of Sodexo Food Management System (DRIVE) The Market Connection (TMC) and is proficient in computer skills and report management experience This does not apply to external candidates

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience