ACW Network Sourcing Spec

Universal Weather and Aviation•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The ACW Network Sourcing Specialist is an On-Site position responsible for identifying, qualifying and maintaining relationships with current and potential ACW Network Partners and is responsible for the Procurement of designated items to ensure a seamless centralized shopping experience for internal and external customers. Under the supervision of the Network Manager, the ACW Network Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for providing a bespoke level of guest service while exhibiting a high level of security with information provided by client while adhering to all requirements of the customer. The Network Sourcing Specialist will work with Operations, Network, IT, Finance and Marketing & Sales to consistently deliver an incredible experience to our clients within the Air Culinaire Worldwide’s system.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality-type field preferred.
Experience in managing foreign vendor relationships in a business environment along with Food and Beverage experience.
Prior experience with catering operations preferred.
Possess exceptional organization skills and the ability to multi-task during the course of regular business operations.
Must be capable of professional communication, both verbally and written.
Proficient in MS suite and basic Adobe.
Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, office systems, record keeping, and proper formatting/etiquette of correspondence.
Ability to establish priorities on a daily basis, work independently, proceed with objectives and resolutions of issues with minimal supervision.
Logistics experience preferred.
Analytical skills and ability to understand global market variances.
Willingness and ability to negotiate financial matters with foreign partners.
Prefer bi-lingual language skills in accordance with the region being handled.

Responsibilities

Set up and maintain online shopping account credentials and payment methods
Identify and track existing and new online shopping opportunities
Identify and track existing and new local shopping opportunities.
Actively work with all supply chain locations and delivery locations to ensure a seamless centralized shopping experience
Effectively communicate pre-purchased items on order documents
Proactively maintain shared inbox with other team members according to management instructions.
Track receipts and maintain complete expense reports for department credit card in Coupa
Maintain ACES with all current vendor information.
Ensure all vendors being used are properly licensed and vetted, both by ACW standards, and all local rules and regulations of the region.
Effectively communicate Air Culinaire procedures and expectations to all ACWN partners.
Follow client leads, recommendations and requests to research and secure ACWN partners globally.
Respond and resolve deviations and any vendor-related issues.
Prepare and/or review pass downs for consistency and formality within the department.
Engage Shift Leads, Network Team, Operations Managers, Assistant Director, Director and/or VP as needed.

Benefits

Air Culinaire Worldwide employees have the flexibility to design the benefit selections best suited for their needs.
Full Time employees are eligible for healthcare and supplemental benefits on the first day of the month, following 30 days of employment.
401 (K) Retirement Plan with a discretionary 100% employer match of the first 6% of participant contributions.
Plan entry is the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
Three (3) medical plans to choose from, with an excellent employer contribution.
Available Dental and Vision insurance
Company paid basic life insurance, with the option to elect additional voluntary term life.
Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Available supplemental benefits, including critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and pet insurance.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account available (for eligible plans)
Generous Vacation Program for full time employees
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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