Buyer

Essential Functions

• Create purchase orders from approved purchase requisitions.
• Evaluate substitute products when requested items are unavailable or out of stock.
• Upload bids into the purchasing system on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
• Assist vendors with purchasing-related processes and inquiries.
• Review and resolve assigned tickets in the Purchasing Portal.
• Prepare new vendor set-up forms, assist with new vendor investigations.
• Create new items as requested by the culinary teams in D365.
• Completing competitive bid processes to ensure the company is getting the best price available (RFP).
• Completion of credit applications, where necessary, coordinating with the Legal and Finance teams.
• Track minority and diversity suppliers spend related to property goals.
• Train new employees in the processes within D365.
• Creating and maintaining Blanket Purchase Orders in D365.
• Create project numbers in D365 for the executive teams.
• Creating purchase orders as needed based on executed contracts.
• Maintain a positive company image and strong supplier relationships through timely and professional communication.
• Follow and support ethical purchasing practices and all aspects of the company procurement policy.
• Comply with all Internal Controls and gaming-related regulations as they pertain to the purchasing function.
• Other duties as assigned by purchasing management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, changing priorities, and unforeseen obstacles.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the ability to learn new software.
• Ability to perform basic to intermediate math functions, including discounts, markups, and freight allowance percentages.
• Ability to understand and comply with company and departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer, copier, and calculator.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the property, including stairs or escalators.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and perform physical movements such as pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to respond to visual and auditory cues.
• Ability to tolerate areas with dust, loud noises, and bright lights.  

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, or other related degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-3 years’ experience in a procurement role required.
• Knowledge of purchasing, supply chain and line of supply procedures and practices required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Required Certification/License 

• None