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White Lodging Careers

Purchasing Supervisor

Austin, TX · On-site

... food and beverage needs in the hotel. In some White Lodging locations this may include purchase, receipt and inventory and management of Alcoholic Beverage items as well as all other purchased items ...

Terry Blacks Bbq

Purchasing Controller

Austin, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Purchasing Controller Full Time BFH Management, Austin, TX, US 15 days ago Requisition ID: 1385 Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $80,000.00 Annually Job Summary The Food & Beverage (F&B) Cost Control ...

Tacodeli

Tacodeli Kitchen Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

$57K/yr

Manage food purchasing, ordering, receiving and inventory to maintain appropriate product levels while controlling cost and minimizing waste. * Create and manage Back of House schedules that meet ...

Tacodeli

Tacodeli Kitchen Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

$57K/yr

Manage food purchasing, ordering, receiving and inventory to maintain appropriate product levels while controlling cost and minimizing waste. * Create and manage Back of House schedules that meet ...

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Mobile Loaves & Fishes

Purchasing Specialist

Austin, TX · On-site

Coordinates with Purchasing & Logistics Manager on evaluating vendors and suppliers based on price ... MLF MISSION We provide food and clothing, cultivate community, and promote dignity to our homeless ...

Mobile Loaves & Fishes

Purchasing Assistant

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Manage inventory of supplies and equipment for various MLF teams * Maintains pricing histories and ... MLF MISSION We provide food and clothing, cultivate community, and promote dignity to our homeless ...

Compass Group

GENERAL MANAGER - AUSTIN, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ... Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines * Strong catering experience ...

Compass Group

GENERAL MANAGER - AUSTIN, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ... Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines * Strong catering experience ...

Compass Group

GENERAL MANAGER - AUSTIN, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ... Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines * Strong catering experience ...

Eurest

GENERAL MANAGER - AUSTIN, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Experience in food purchasing, food costs and inventory control * Ability to create budgets, flash ... Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines * Strong catering experience ...

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How much do food purchasing manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for food purchasing manager in Austin, TX is $83,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,400.00 and $99,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a food purchasing manager do?

A Food Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of food products for a business, such as a restaurant, hotel, or food distributor. They negotiate with vendors, ensure quality and cost-effectiveness, maintain inventory levels, and comply with food safety regulations. Their role is crucial in maintaining a steady supply chain while optimizing costs and ensuring high-quality standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a food purchasing manager?

To thrive as a Food Purchasing Manager, you need a solid background in supply chain management, negotiation, budgeting, and knowledge of food safety standards, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with inventory management systems (such as ERP software), data analysis tools, and possibly certifications like Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are commonly valued. Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help you effectively manage vendor interactions and internal collaboration. These skills ensure efficient procurement processes, cost control, and high-quality food supply for the organization.

What challenges does a food purchasing manager face?

Food Purchasing Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing cost efficiency with quality requirements, ensuring timely delivery despite supply chain disruptions, and adapting to fluctuating market prices. They also need to maintain strong supplier relationships while enforcing strict food safety and compliance standards. Successful managers proactively monitor inventory levels, anticipate demand shifts, and coordinate closely with culinary and operations teams. These challenges make the role dynamic and require strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Is a food purchasing manager a stressful job?

A food purchasing manager's role can be stressful due to the need to manage supply chain disruptions, meet tight deadlines, and control costs. The job often requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Infographic showing various Food Purchasing Manager job openings in Austin, TX as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,461 per year, or $40.1 per hour.

Purchasing Supervisor

White Lodging Careers

Austin, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

White Lodging rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 109 rated hotels

Job description

Description
Summary:
Assist the overall operations of the Purchasing and Receiving areas. To streamline and create effective duties to ordering, procurement, planning, and quality assurance of all food and beverage needs in the hotel. In some White Lodging locations this may include purchase, receipt and inventory and management of Alcoholic Beverage items as well as all other purchased items to include those within the Rooms Division as well. The Purchasing/Receiving Supervisor is responsible for the receipt, storage, delivery, inspection, accounting, rotation and inventory of all items received from outside vendors, and stored and controlled in the Purchasing/Receiving Department.
Responsibilities:
  • Supervise all receiving and storage functions.
  • Responsible for the receipt, storage, delivery, inspection, accounting, rotation and inventory of all items received from outside vendors and delivered through the loading dock for use of charged as services by the hotel.
  • Inspect incoming items against order and specification for correctness, identifying any defects or overage/shortages on order.
  • Enforce established policies and procedures for coordinating the requisition of food, beverage and other materials from departments around the hotel. Accurately record request for order and billing purposes to other departments.
  • Determine appropriate PAR's for commonly used items within Food and Beverage so that necessary supplies are available when in demand.
  • Supervise the efficient transport of requested items to designated locations in the hotel in a safe manner.
  • Conduct inventory of all product and ensure reconciliation of book to actual product in storage. Record and report all discrepancies to the Purchasing Manager, and keep accurate records of shrinkage.
  • Ensure Purchasing/Receiving team maintains organization and cleanliness of all storage areas. All items are rotated, and clearly labelled for rapid disbursement. Ensure policies are created and enforced to manage storage areas in a safe, clean and orderly manner.
  • Work with the Purchasing Manager on efficient intake of product in a manner that is consistent with the needs of the business.
  • Ensure the schedule developed by the Purchasing Manager is adhered to by the Purchasing/Receiving team, and that any violations of the attendance policies are tracked, logged and issued to improve punctuality and attendance at work.
  • Ensure that the Purchasing/Receiving team work to schedule, punch out for appropriate breaks, and all time above those published in the schedule have approval prior to work additional time.
  • Ensure the Purchasing/Receiving team follow all timeclock policies, and punch in and out for time appropriately to ensure the labor and cost control targets are met.
  • Train all newly hired Purchasing and Receiving clerks and ensure they have completed their job certification, and are performing all work to standards.
  • Ensure that all Purchasing and Receiving clerks work in a safe manner, and in accordance with all safety policies and procedures. Enforce safe work procedures involving materials handling, and using carts, fork lifts etc.

SKILLS
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization Skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English in order to converse with vendors and other associates and managers within the hotel.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment, with ever changing priorities; ability to remain calm and collected
  • Must be able to perform arithmetic calculations
  • Proficient in Windows Office, Microsoft Office, and POS systems
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence and policy and procedures for departmental efficiency

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
  • High School Diploma / GED Preferred
  • 2 years purchasing/receiving experience
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Working knowledge of the hotel/restaurant industry preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Purchasing/Receiving Supervisor must interact with subordinates, Kitchen personnel and leadership and subordinates within other departments therefore communication skills are required including speaking, listening and writing. Additionally, significant standing and walking is required in the movement of food and beverage items throughout the hotel and receiving and storing of same items prior to transport to other areas. The totality of tasks can require standing and walking for extended periods of time (up to -5-7 hours).
  • Items must be received, sorted, stacked and moved so manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required to grasp small and large items are required in this position. Typing and use of keyboard and computer equipment is a requirement within this role. Additionally, this position requires bending, lifting, stooping, squatting, reaching, overhead lifting, pushing, pulling and lifting of up to 70 lbs. on a regular basis is required to perform this role.
  • This position often requires the ability to perform multiple tasks and transactions in a very fast paced environment, and react to changes within that environment; therefore, memory and prioritizing skills are essential and used throughout the day. Purchasing/Receiving Supervisor additionally is required to use deductive reasoning and math knowledge in order to use and balance multiple types of reports including inventory, reconciliation and hours reports (to name a few).
  • Problem solving and interpersonal skills are required in this position to handle interactions between team members, and to assist in solving issues which arise through the shift.
  • Vision is required in order to supervise the intake of items, date, label, store and manage the distribution of items throughout the hotel. Creation of, and management of reports and data entry are required in this role.

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