Purchasing Manager

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* Position Title:

** Purchasing Manager
** Department:
** Food & Beverage
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* Reports To:

** Director of Food and Beverage and Director of Culinary Services
** Classification:
** Full-time, Exempt
** LEGENDS GLOBAL
** Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.

Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.

Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sounds like a winning formula for you.
** Join us!
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* Essential Functions:

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* • Direct inbound and outbound inventory of food, beverage, equipment, and supplies to ensure proper storage, rotation, and utilization
• Create, process, and manage purchasing requests, purchase orders, invoices, and financial reconciliation in accordance with company procedures
• Track, reconcile, and manage inventory levels to minimize out-of-stocks, spoilage, shrinkage, and excess inventory
• Conduct and oversee monthly inventory counts using Legends-approved systems
• Supervise warehouse staff, ensuring compliance with safety, sanitation, and operational standards
• Communicate proactively with Food & Beverage and Culinary leadership regarding shortages, substitutions, delays, or product changes
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of products and equipment
• Evaluate vendor performance related to quality, pricing, and service levels; support contract and pricing reviews as directed
• Partner with Culinary and F&B leadership to align purchasing with menus, forecasts, and event schedules
• Ensure compliance with food safety, storage, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate records including inventory logs, vendor documentation, pricing files, and warehouse asset inventories
• Promote safe work practices and adherence to company policies and procedures
• Support event readiness through proper staging, distribution, and replenishment of inventory
• Other duties as assigned
** Experience/Training/

Education Requirements:

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* • Must be 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED required; additional education in supply chain, business, or hospitality preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, warehouse, or inventory management
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in an arena, stadium, or large-venue environment
• Prior experience with inventory distribution and warehouse operations
• Working knowledge of food production, purchasing, and sanitation procedures
• Strong computer proficiency, including inventory systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with inventory management and food service management systems
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
** License/Certificate:*
* • Serv Safe / Food Handler Certification (required within 30 days of hire)
** Ability to:
*** Provide a two-way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis in positive motivation and teamwork
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
* Ability to interact with all levels of customers and staff including management
* Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays, in addition to normal business hours
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all staff and vendors.
* Be detail oriented
* Always present a professional appearance and demeanor during the workday
* Excellent organizational and planning skills
* Excellent communication and…