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Overview
Gate Gourmet, a gategroup company, is the world's largest independent provider of catering and provisioning services for the airline industry. For the past 70 years, we have served over 250 carriers in more than 30 countries. Gate Gourmet combines culinary expertise with the highest standards of food safety and production to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable meals to over 270 million travelers around the globe. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from gategroup Job Summary
Reporting the Manager, Central Purchasing, the Buyer assists with purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers. Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit. Coordinates all deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements. Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s). Main Duties and Responsibilities
Using SAP or current ERP system including Materials and Production BOMs along with customer flight schedules to determine quantities of all customer-required food, beverage, and related menu components along with Kitchen Operational Materials. Follows appropriate forecasting and analyzing procedures of load factor trends to determine appropriate quantities of required product purchases, and to eliminate stock overages and shortages. Monitors inventory, usages, waste, and stock differences of materials and assures all products are wholesome for customer use. Assists units in generating and establishing an accurate daily requisition system which is monitored, and maintained monthly through cycle changes for any BOM and Forecasting errors. Audits and ensures accuracy of purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Monitors responsible units to assure that an accurate food, beverage and controllable materials inventory is kept. Follows Purchasing and Control Policies and Procedures and assures follow up on vendor forecasts, movements, and shortages. Participates in the corporate SPIRIT program along with any MIB or vendor managements system. Understands and ensures compliance with TCM regional and corporate programs, policies and product specifications. Ensures unit maintains and reports accurate product substitution log and ensures appropriate follow up actions due to impact on materials cost. Ensures all Monthly KPI’s are met up to and including DOH, Food Cost, Material Controls (AVT). Consistently maintains a professional image in all relationships and interactions with suppliers, customers and other employees. Audits requirement report to assure forecasting through the system as required. Involves in EOM inventory process to ensure all materials are properly inventoried. Ensures cost of local materials are managed in system as access is provided. Qualifications
Education A high school diploma or equivalent required College degree in related discipline or with experience in related discipline preferred Work Experience 1 to 2 years wholesale or multi-unit food purchasing experience required Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety control practices (GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP) and quality program control preferred Technical Skills General food knowledge Intermediate level Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills Able to work with little supervision Detail oriented Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations a plus Language / Communication Skills Effective oral and written communication skills Job Details
Type of Employment:
Full-time Travel:
up to 10% Exemption Classification:
Exempt Location:
Boston, MA area (as applicable) Benefits
Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Company and Compliance
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status.
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Gate Gourmet, a gategroup company, is the world's largest independent provider of catering and provisioning services for the airline industry. For the past 70 years, we have served over 250 carriers in more than 30 countries. Gate Gourmet combines culinary expertise with the highest standards of food safety and production to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable meals to over 270 million travelers around the globe. Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from gategroup Job Summary
Reporting the Manager, Central Purchasing, the Buyer assists with purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers. Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit. Coordinates all deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements. Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s). Main Duties and Responsibilities
Using SAP or current ERP system including Materials and Production BOMs along with customer flight schedules to determine quantities of all customer-required food, beverage, and related menu components along with Kitchen Operational Materials. Follows appropriate forecasting and analyzing procedures of load factor trends to determine appropriate quantities of required product purchases, and to eliminate stock overages and shortages. Monitors inventory, usages, waste, and stock differences of materials and assures all products are wholesome for customer use. Assists units in generating and establishing an accurate daily requisition system which is monitored, and maintained monthly through cycle changes for any BOM and Forecasting errors. Audits and ensures accuracy of purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Monitors responsible units to assure that an accurate food, beverage and controllable materials inventory is kept. Follows Purchasing and Control Policies and Procedures and assures follow up on vendor forecasts, movements, and shortages. Participates in the corporate SPIRIT program along with any MIB or vendor managements system. Understands and ensures compliance with TCM regional and corporate programs, policies and product specifications. Ensures unit maintains and reports accurate product substitution log and ensures appropriate follow up actions due to impact on materials cost. Ensures all Monthly KPI’s are met up to and including DOH, Food Cost, Material Controls (AVT). Consistently maintains a professional image in all relationships and interactions with suppliers, customers and other employees. Audits requirement report to assure forecasting through the system as required. Involves in EOM inventory process to ensure all materials are properly inventoried. Ensures cost of local materials are managed in system as access is provided. Qualifications
Education A high school diploma or equivalent required College degree in related discipline or with experience in related discipline preferred Work Experience 1 to 2 years wholesale or multi-unit food purchasing experience required Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety control practices (GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP) and quality program control preferred Technical Skills General food knowledge Intermediate level Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills Able to work with little supervision Detail oriented Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations a plus Language / Communication Skills Effective oral and written communication skills Job Details
Type of Employment:
Full-time Travel:
up to 10% Exemption Classification:
Exempt Location:
Boston, MA area (as applicable) Benefits
Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Company and Compliance
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status.
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