Fulltime Purchasing Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA

Position: Construction Purchasing Manager

Job Pay: $65,500 to $71,000

Job Type: Full Time/ Exempt

Department: Projects Department

Report to: Director of Construction

Location: Diamond Bar, CA

Business Hours: Mon- Fri, 9am – 6pm

Company Overview:

Celebrating our 20th anniversary, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is a fast-casual restaurant known for its authentic Hawaiian plate lunches and other island specialties. Ono Hawaiian BBQ uses the freshest ingredients, prepared from scratch daily in each restaurant and grilled fresh to order. With over 100 locations across California and Arizona, we aim to combine the culture and “Aloha” spirit of Hawaii into our restaurants to bring a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere.

Job Overview:

We are hiring a Construction Purchasing Manager who will be responsible for supporting the project management department by ordering products or materials. Duties include maintaining relationships with suppliers, vendors or wholesalers, placing orders for products based on individual site needs and tracking shipments from manufacturing locations to job sites or company warehouses. If you're excited to be part of a winning team, Ono Hawaiian BBQ is a great place to grow your career. You'll be glad you applied to join our Ohana.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
• Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers.
• Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
• Performing vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reducing operating costs and boosting efficiency
• Using quarterly and annual data to determine purchasing needs and performing inventory management
• Managing purchase orders, overseeing shipping schedules and maintaining purchase records
• Conducting ongoing market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendors
• Research vendors and collect prices, specifications, and other data related to goods and services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Understanding of business and management principles.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite or related software

Education /Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or at least three years of experience in related field required.
• 3 years of Negotiation skills (Preferred)
• 3 years of Purchasing Experience (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Eligible for Bonus program
• 401(k) matching program to help you save for retirement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and Vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program (E.A.P.).
• Generous PTO and Sick Time.
• Paid Holidays

Company Perks:

At Ono Hawaiian BBQ, we value our employees and strive to provide a positive work environment. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer online employee discounts to amusement parks, restaurants, movie theaters, spas, sporting events, and so much more! We believe in creating opportunities for our employees to enjoy their time outside work and make lasting memories with their families and friends.

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift and carry items (minimum of 25 pounds)

Environmental Conditions:

• Office environment and occasional travel as necessary or beneficial for the Company.

Additional Information:

Ono Hawaiian BBQ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Ono Hawaiian BBQ makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time