Purchasing Manager at Millennium Hotels and Resorts

Description

Hotel Name: The Biltmore Los Angeles

Location: Onsite – Los Angeles, CA

Annual Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00

Join the Team at The Biltmore Los Angeles

At The Biltmore Los Angeles, hospitality is defined by timeless elegance, rich history, and exceptional service. Every interaction is an opportunity to deliver a memorable guest experience rooted in tradition and excellence.

About The Biltmore Los Angeles

Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, this historic landmark hotel is known for its iconic architecture, grand ballrooms, and legacy of hosting world-class events. The property serves as a premier destination for business travelers, group events, and leisure guests seeking a distinctive experience.

As part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader with over 145 hotels across key destinations worldwide, our hotel is backed by a legacy of quality, consistency, and service excellence—driven by a passion for hospitality, an entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and a progressive, solutions-oriented approach."

At Millennium, we are guided by our core values:

• Passion for Hospitality – Delivering meaningful and memorable guest experiences
• Entrepreneurial – Taking ownership and acting with agility
• Innovation & Progressive – Continuously improving how we operate and serve
• Solutions & Results Oriented – Staying adaptable and focused on results

These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we create exceptional experiences for our guests and our teams.

About the Role: Purchasing Manager

As our Purchasing Manager, you will play an integral role in delivering an exceptional guest experience while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

This role is ideal for someone who brings a passion for hospitality, takes ownership, and is committed to continuous improvement and results."

Your Impact

You will support day-to-day operations, support team performance, and ensure service standards are consistently delivered. You’ll act as a bridge between leadership and frontline teams—driving accountability, engagement, and results.

What You’ll Be Doing

Operations & Execution

• Ensure smooth, efficient operations aligned with brand standards
• Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement
• Deliver consistent, high-quality results in a fast-paced environment

Guest Experience

• Deliver exceptional service rooted in passion for hospitality
• Anticipate needs and respond with a solutions-first mindset
• Create memorable, personalized experiences for every guest

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively across teams to achieve shared goals
• Communicate effectively and contribute to a positive work environment
• Support a culture of respect, energy, and accountability

Compliance & Standards

• Follow all company policies, safety standards, and procedures
• Maintain accuracy in processes, reporting, and documentation
• Uphold a culture of accountability and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the Purchasing Department, including procurement, receiving, inventory control, and storeroom functions.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to obtain the highest quality products at the best value.
• Develop and maintain approved vendor lists in accordance with hotel purchasing policies.
• Review, approve, and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Coordinate purchasing activities for all departments.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain appropriate stock while minimizing waste and carrying costs.
• Ensure all deliveries meet quality, quantity, pricing, and specification requirements.
• Oversee receiving procedures, storage standards, and inventory rotation practices.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, health and safety regulations, and applicable procurement standards.
• Collaborate with department leaders to forecast operational needs and maintain uninterrupted supply levels.
• Resolve supplier issues involving pricing, quality, shortages, or delivery discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, invoices, and documentation.
• Supervise and develop purchasing, receiving, and storeroom staff through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Perform other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Finance to support the operational and financial objectives of the hotel.

Requirements

• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional service
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Solutions-oriented mindset with attention to detail
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Leadership Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in hospitality or related industry
• Ability to drive performance, accountability, and team engagement
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience managing operations, budgets, or departmental goals
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and innovation

Technical / Role-Specific Requirements

• Negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Financial and budgeting knowledge.
• Inventory control and cost management expertise.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation with internal departments.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and hospitality purchasing standards.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout hotel facilities.
• Ability to work in office, receiving, warehouse, and storeroom environments.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational needs.

Benefits

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, we support our employees with a competitive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing and long-term success:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match (where applicable)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Hotel Room Discounts across our global portfolio
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policy.

Why Join Us

At Millennium Hotels & Resorts, you’re not just taking on a role—you’re joining a global organization committed to people, performance, and growth.

Whether you’re supporting operations behind the scenes or delivering service on the front line, your work contributes to a culture focused on hospitality, collaboration, and results.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact, we invite you to join our team.