BuyEfficient

Purchasing Analyst

Jared — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:55:00 -0700

Title: Purchasing Analyst

Reports to: Vice President, Purchasing

Role Summary:

· Perform tasks as described:

o Platform Maintenance

§ Catalog Creation/Updates/Refreshes

§ Training suppliers on PO retrieval process

§ SYSCO weekly product replacements

§ Catalog image population

§ Creating/Updating all vendor program summaries(tear sheets)

§ Updating Weekly Market Reports for Dashboard

o In House Rebate Management

§ Managing/Tracking/Collecting supplier & manufacture rebates

§ Maintain database that includes all rebates with manufacturers

o Market Basket Analysis Functions

§ Managing Market Basket Timeline

§ Performing analysis as assigned

§ Maintaining Market Basket Historical Timeline

§ Maintaining database of Market Basket high loss items for consideration in negotiating stronger programs

o Sales Report Collection

§ Collecting reports in timely manner from vendors

§ Utilizing internal report manager reports to identify gaps in reporting

§ Interface with suppliers to ensure all properties are linked and reported

· Collaborate and assist Purchasing Manager in implementing all initiatives and directives set by Director of Purchasing

Core Competencies:

· Proficient with Internet applications

· High Microsoft Office proficiency. Must be able to develop detailed worksheets and analysis by utilizing advanced features of Excel

· Highly analytical with demonstrated pricing analysis experience

· Knowledge of fundamental purchasing procedures

· General knowledge of hospitality product categories (Food, Engineering, Rooms, etc.)

· Ability to maintain detailed & accurate purchasing records

· Ensure duties are performed in a timely & accurate manner

· Ability to develop interpersonal relationships with industry partners

· Ability to work in a fluid, changing and growing environment

Education and Experience:

· High School Diploma or equivalent required

· Associate or BA/BS Degree or equivalent preferred

Minimum 2 years analyst experience required
Hospitality purchasing knowledge preferred

Member Services Representative I

Jared — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:15:00 -0700

Title: Member Services Representative I (Full time, Non-exempt)

Reports to: Supervisor, Member Services

Role Summary:

Develop and maintain ongoing mastery of BuyEfficient Platform and other BE technologies
Answer and assist with customer support calls and emails with responsiveness, timeliness and courtesy
Identify and resolve challenges and concerns expressed by customers, elevate if where appropriate
Assist with various company projects
Assist with accounting functions as assigned
Develop and maintain ongoing knowledge of BuyEfficient vendor programs
Monitor and maintain EDI accounts
Provide support on holidays or weekends when required

Core Competencies:

Highly effective verbal and written communication skills to all levels
Team player that will take the initiative to get things done
Excellent computer skills; Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of hospitality purchasing and/or Food & Beverage experience
Understanding of supply management within the hotel industry
Must be flexible, detail oriented, and possess strong interpersonal skills

Education and Experience:

2 plus years of general hospitality industry related experience

Account Representative

Jared — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:22:00 -0700

Title: Account Representative (Full time, Exempt)

Reports to: Manager, Corporate Accounts

Job Requirements:

· Conduct on-site and on-line training sessions of our purchasing system.

· Consult and train our "best practices" recommendations with GM and purchasing team at each new or existing B.E. member hotel.

· Facilitate presentations and provide on-going education & assistance to accounts

· Initiate personal visits to drive spend and compliance for assigned area properties

· Maximize spend through documented plans and actions ]

· Review quarterly spend penetration metrics with growth accounts

· Assist with various companywide projects

· Maintain on going knowledge of BuyEfficient technology, vendor programs, CRM and other B.E. technologies

· Support strategic account manager with specified accounts to meet business development goals

· Identify challenges and concerns from customers, elevate if necessary

· Responsible for compliance and spend for assigned hotels.

· Your success will be measured by each property's success in maximizing the savings offered by the B.E. vendor/manufacturer portfolio.

Core Competencies:

· Candidates must have procurement, purchasing, and hotel management experience.

· Only applicants currently residing in the Metro D.C. and Dallas, TX areas will be considered.

· Position will require domestic travel of up to 80%.

· Must be flexible, detail oriented and possess strong interpersonal skills

· Strong presentation skills in group/classroom settings and online.

· Highly effective verbal and written communication skills to all levels

· Excellent computer skills. Above average proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel

· Must have an advanced understanding of supply management within the hotel industry.

· Team player that will take the initiative to get things done.

· Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to prioritize and manage time and projects efficiently

Compensation:

· Completive Salary

· Bonus Plan

· 401K

· Health Insurance, Dental

Education and Experience:

3 + years of hospitality leadership experience or equivalent

Manager, Strategic Accounts Development

Rory — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:10:00 -0700

Title: Manager, Strategic Accounts Development

Reports to: Director, Strategic Development & Marketing

Role Summary:

Secure new Member accounts with focus on medium to large accounts and large independent hotels within guidelines of development fees and transactions fees. Through C level relationships identify new Members key business objectives to drive successful launch and participation ramp-up for post year one “handoff” to Corporate Member support (currently Account Management).
Based on assigned Spend Penetration initiatives increase current Member account(s) to optimal 80%+ optimal level of participation. Leverage internal resources as identified to help achieve optimal level of participation for both new Members signed, and Spend Penetration Initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Through leads, networking, cold calling, and the Magnet Mail tool, the ability to engage Member at C level in trusting relationship through strategic selling.
Complete aptitude for utilizing sales presentation materials and sales analytical tools (e.g., Web demo, Master Presentation, email tools, QWS, Market Basket/results, PAR Analysis, PAR Reporting, etc.) to drive sales process and create new Member value for closings.
Proven ability to collaborate with Member at appropriate levels to determine and develop key objectives/goals for account success.
Capacity to identify, coordinate and drive “project plan” tied to all facets of ramp-up of new Member Accounts and Spend Penetration initiatives.
Capability to effectively engage and manage internal resources in positive “team” environment to support new Member and Spend Penetration Initiatives.
Willingness to work solely through internal hierarchy to complete tasks and develop viable solutions for issues and opportunities tied to managing all facets of role.

Other Key Qualities:

Strong executive level and personal relationship building skills.Strong analytical skills and above average proficiency with MS Excel, and MS Powerpoint skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills including ability to conduct online and in person presentations.
Ability to follow and drive business process to perform task and reach business metrics.
Willingness to perform in situations when key deliverables of role are impacted by limited internal resources and/or business formal processes aren’t fully identified.
Ability to stay focused on task at hand and key business objective identified to achieve company goals.
F&B experience at property or procurement level desired.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor degree or equivalent.
10+ years of proven experience in Hospitality Industry and/or related fields.

Other: Expected business travel up to 30% as necessary to achieve goals.