Senior Buyer

Who WE are:

Our mission is to be Chicagolands premier gaming and entertainment destination celebrated for unparalleled hospitality and an unforgettable guest not just a casinowere a community where our team members thrive with countless opportunities for career growth and a workplace culture centered on inclusivity and fun. Aswecontinue to elevate our standards of excellenceweseek dynamic coachable individualswhoare passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. At American Place Casino every moment is crafted to delight every opportunity is a pathway to success

Who WE are looking for:
We are seeking a strategic organized professional who can drive procurement initiatives and maximize participation of small local and minority-owned businesses. The ideal candidate develops and implements purchasing strategies ensures compliance with policies and regulations and provides guidance on bidder participation. They build strong supplier relationships manage complex sourcing and negotiations analyze market data and identify opportunities to improve processes. This person also mentors and supports their team fosters collaboration and promotes equitable and inclusive practices throughout procurement activities.

What is expected of YOU:

• Work with the Purchasing Manager to negotiate vendor contracts with a focus on gaming hospitality and food & beverage suppliers

• Aid in the Sourcing and Tracking of diverse and certified vendor spend including MBE/WBE/DBE suppliers to meet regulatory or internal diversity goals

• Assist in designing and managing a Vendor Performance Tracking system using KPIs and scorecards to evaluate spend savings and performance

• Work directly with Internal and External auditors taking the lead on periodic review and audit inquiries

• Aid the Warehouse Team in efforts to optimize Inventory levels for high-turnover items like uniforms office supplies or consumables

• Working with legal and finance to ensure contract compliance proper vetting of new vendors and Gaming regulation adherence.

• Assist in crafting vendor-facing communications that reflect brand tone and compliance expectations

• Collaborate with the Corporate and Property-based finance teams on capital project tracking

• Assist in developing and implementing a program to train junior buyers

• Drive participation of small local and minority-owned businesses in contracts professional services and goods and services in line with company strategy.

• Develop and implement internal purchasing strategies to achieve objectives while ensuring compliance with policies procedures and applicable laws.

• Provide guidance on bidder participation and manage complex sourcing negotiations and supplier selection within assigned categories.

• Evaluate and meet with suppliers to assess capabilities and identify opportunities to increase engagement in the procurement process.

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and diversity-related businesses to promote collaboration and alignment with company goals.

• Analyze market data recommend suppliers and vendors and identify areas for process improvement.

• Assist in developing and maintaining procurement dashboards to track KPIs such as cost savings supplier diversity metrics and compliance.

• Supervise mentor and develop staff in the Purchasing department fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

• Perform duties related to the IGB Statewide Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program as outlined in the Internal Control System.

• Execute other duties as assigned.

Experience YOU will need:

• Ideally candidates would have 4 years of relevant experience in procurement strategic sourcing supplier relationship management or a related field.

• Experience with casino-specific ERP systems (e.g. Agilysys Great Plains Stratton Warren Oracle Hospitality etc..)

• Familiarity with e-procurement platforms and digital approval workflows (e.g. Redrock EZCM etc..)

• For candidates with 2 years of experience we would consider them if they demonstrate strong

  • Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management

  • Analytical skills for evaluating suppliers and market data

  • Ability to manage projects contracts or strategic sourcing initiatives

  • Leadership potential or experience mentoring/coaching others

  • Commitment to supplier diversity and equity initiatives

Physical Requirements:

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• Ability to sit for extended periods during meetings negotiations and computer work

• Repetitive hand and wrist movements for typing data entry and document handling

• Visual acuity to read contracts spreadsheets and product specifications

• Occasional lifting or moving of office supplies or product samples usually under 25 pounds

• Walking or standing intermittently during site visits vendor meetings or warehouse inspections

• Use of standard office equipment such as computers phones printers and copiers

• Ability to travel locally or regionally for vendor visits or procurement events (varies by employer)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

• Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.

Benefits/Perks:

• Medical Dental Vision

• Matches 50% of your contribution up to 4% of eligible contribution

• Educational Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• Ventra Program EAP programs etc.

Salary Range:

• $60000-$81250

Company Statement on EOAA:

American Place Casino is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Required Experience:

Senior IC