Purchasing Assistant Manager - Year Round

Flex Year Round

Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match

The Purchasing Assistant Manager is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing the daily procurement, receiving, and distribution lifecycle for all food, beverage, and janitorial needs across resort departments. In a high-volume luxury environment, this role ensures seamless operations by maintaining optimal inventory levels, securing high quality products, and supporting uninterrupted service delivery. This position plays a critical role in bridging vendor relationships with internal storeroom operations, ensuring clear communication, accurate forecasting, and efficient product flow.

• Staffing, Training, and Supervision
  • Interview and hire Storeroom Clerks and Storeroom Crew Leader
  • Explain and educate employees on storeroom procedures, products, and organization
  • Help train and supervise storeroom personnel in all storeroom locations on all software procedures, products, and organization
• Inventory Management & Product Ordering
  • Assist the Purchasing Manager in day-to-day buying supplies, tracking deliveries, and ensuring supplies arrive on time
  • Inventory control, lead day-to-day and month-end inventories and quarterly physical stock-takes for all storerooms
  • Compile all orders in a timely fashion to ensure no shortages or outages occur
  • Order wine for The Brass Tag, Cast and Cut Seafood, Fireside, Royal Street Cafe, East Village, and future outlets
  • Coordinate all goods deliveries and pick-ups
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to forecast needs
• Purchasing, Accounting, Vendor Relations, and Oversight
  • Execute daily purchase orders for all Food, Beverage including beer, liquor, wine, and janitorial supplies on business demand and par levels
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation
  • Implement and monitor strict security protocols for high-value assets, including liquor, wine, and food
  • Coordinate closely with internal departments to understand needs and timing, preventing shortages or overstocking
  • Follow-up on orders to ensure correct delivery dates
  • Make plant visits to various suppliers to remain familiar with their operation
  • Review seasonal menus with Director of Beverage and all chefs from each location and division
  • Maintain an approved vendor list, auditing performance for quality, punctuality, and price compliance
  • Discuss with vendors information related to product, price, availability, service, and delivery date
  • Other duties as assigned

• 2-3 years of work-related experience in food or purchasing
• Must be 21 years or older
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs regularly

• Flex Year Round – may have periods of layoff or reduced hours

• $65-70K annually

Deer Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.