Purchasing Manager - University of Notre Dame

Company Overview

Levy Sector is a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry with over 200 venues across the United States. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a Delicatessen, Levy capitalizes on creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and love for great food to create unforgettable experiences.

Purchasing Manager – University of Notre Dame

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle for the venue. This includes sourcing, vendor management inventory coordination, and cost control. The role requires strong collaboration with culinary, warehouse, and finance teams to forecast demand and ensure operational efficiency.

• Place orders for food, beverage, and supplies
• Review stock levels and reconcile discrepancies with warehouse team
• Track deliveries and confirm quality upon arrival
• Communicate with vendors to confirm timelines and resolve issues
• Update pricing and vendor data in procurement systems
• Maintain organized records of invoices and purchase orders

• Build and maintain vendor relationships
• Review historical data and trends to forecast purchasing needs
• Align purchasing activity with budgetary guidelines
• Collaborate with department leaders to anticipate event requirements
• Implement purchasing best practices and sustainability initiatives
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with internal standards

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. For paid time off benefits information, see

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings through the EVEN app
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Program
• Discount Marketplace
• Employee Assistance Program

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.