Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Work closely with department management staff in maintaining proper inventory levels.

•   Solicit and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and vendors.

•   Implement and maintain effective and efficient purchasing policies and procedures.

•   Negotiate contracts.

•   Diligently follow up on open orders and perform various data entry transactions.

•   Work closely with accounts payable on invoice variances.

•   Prepare requests for transaction approvals for the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission as required.

•   This position has access to sensitive company information and files and has the responsibility to maintain supplier relationships; therefore, the highest levels of integrity and honesty are essential.

•   Provide exceptional guest service for all external and internal customers.

•   Responsible for the operation of the Purchasing department, successful performance of processes, and a favorable working relationship with vendors.

•   Manage expenses based on budgeted guidelines and business volumes to include payroll and staffing levels.

•   Perform all functions of personnel within span of control, as needed.

•   Must maintain reasonable accessibility by phone for business purposes.

•   Assure an environment which emphasizes cooperation, communication, and teamwork with all departments.

•   Support compliance with all internal procedures and regulatory requirements, including those associated with underage and intoxicated guests.

•   Support current law and policy to provide a work environment free from illegal and discriminatory behavior.

•   Promote and ensure the safety and security of all guests and employees.

•   Complete job duties with minimal supervision, maintain acceptable attendance, and use appropriate judgment and decision-making skills.

•   Job duties, tasks, work hours, work requirements, and other duties as assigned may be added or changed at any time.