Culinary Purchasing Coordinator

Culinary Purchasing Coordinator     Position Summary   The Culinary Purchasing Coordinator   is responsible for   procuring   food, beverages, kitchen supplies, and related products for stadium food service operations. This role supports culinary, warehouse, concessions, and finance teams by ensuring inventory availability, cost control, quality standards, and   timely   delivery of products for game days, concerts, and   special events .   Purchasing & Procurement   Source and   purchase   food, beverage, and operational supplies from approved vendors.   Create and manage purchase orders for culinary and concession operations.   Maintain vendor relationships.   Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and food safety regulations.   Inventory Management   Track inventory levels and   maintain   stock quantities.   Conduct inventories and cycle counts.   Forecast   purchasing   needs based on event demand.   Resolve inventory discrepancies.   Cost Control & Reporting   Monitor food and beverage costs.   Prepare   purchasing   and inventory reports.   Identify   cost-saving opportunities.   Assist   with invoice reconciliation.   Qualifications   2–4 years of   purchasing   or food & beverage experience.   Strong Excel, inventory systems, and analytical skills.   Ability to work evenings, weekends, and event days.