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Position Title & Department:

Receiving and Purchasing Manager; Auxiliary Services

Posting #

5163

Department Description:

USD Dining Services is a not-for-profit department within Auxiliary Services that proudly serves the campus community and annually allocates earnings back to the University of San Diego and students. USD Dining is consistently ranked among the best university dining programs in the nation.

Auxiliary Services comprises a diverse group of nine internal departments that strive to meet the needs of our campus community in a sustainable and fiscally sound manner. Auxiliary Services is responsible for the overall management, planning, budgeting, staffing and directing of: Campus Card, Catering, Conferences, Dining, La Gran Terraza, Mail Center, Torero Store, University Copy, Student Affairs Facilities and additional ancillary businesses.

Auxiliary Services facilitates learning and growth beyond the classroom while providing a high-quality campus experience for students through nationally recognized programs and innovative services.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries-old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission of creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

The Receiving and Purchasing Manager administers and coordinates purchasing of food, supplies, and equipment using generally accepted purchasing procedures in support of student dining, catering and conferences, auxiliary shops, and services. Works with management staff to develop product specifications, new product recommendations, and sources, and oversees the receiving and storage procedures for all storerooms. Prepares and executes bids, meets with brokers and vendors, establishes daily/weekly delivery schedules, monitors contract negotiations and compliance, and resolves any product problems.

Manages the Auxiliary Foodservice Suite and Prism software for receiving, purchasing, and inventory. Responsible for implementing the Dining Services software (FSS, Caterease, and Net Nutrition). Works with dining management to ensure recipe, service menu, forecasting, and inventory maintenance is current. Analyzes and updates recipe data on an ongoing basis in the FSS system, uses recipes, service summary reports, and forecast reports. Responsible for compliance with the use of Auxiliary approved vendors.

Duties and Responsibilities:Purchasing

• Primary responsibility for the purchasing of Auxiliary food, equipment, and supplies. With the Director and Dining Services management coordinates all food, supply, and equipment specification to ensure quality, cost-effective purchasing.
• Develops, implements and supervises the storeroom operation to include procedures, policies, communication flow, and necessary forms.
• Maintains updated records on product information and available suppliers. Sets up demonstrations and tastings as needed.
• Processes purchasing requisitions to the University Procurement Department. Develops and maintains relationships with vendors, brokers, and sales representatives to obtain equipment and the best prices on purchases.
• Works with all managers in developing and facilitating manufacturer promotions.
• Assists Managers in locating specialty items for foods for special events and/or sales promotions.
• Maintains and enforces departmental purchasing guidelines in coordination with the management team.
• Assures that University guidelines for purchasing are followed.
• Upholds vendor and approved items process for Auxiliary Services and consults Business Director for newly approved items.
• Primary contact for USD Procurement department. Maintains purchasing information, files, and records (i.e. Requests for Proposals, purchase orders, vendor files, etc) including insurance certificates and compliance requirements.
• Other purchasing job duties as assigned.

Manage and administer the Dining Services Foodservice Suite software

• Manage the day-to-day system operation and performs troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintains item and vendor cards.
• Reviews and maintains an accurate database, including global recipes/inventories, unit menus, and nutritional information.
• Recommends, implements evaluates and oversees procedures for department inventory control.
• Create and implements the recipe database for all departments.
• Supervises accurate monthly inventories.
• Controls use of labor in the storeroom through effective scheduling, proper training, and supervision.
• Reviews manpower needs in the storeroom and evaluates labor cost. Develops and produces weekly and monthly Inventory reports, purchasing reports, product velocity reports, variance reports, and pricing reports.
• Develops and provides on a monthly and annual basis analysis of purchasing trends and variances.
• Identifies deviations from desired results and develops and executes corrective action plans.
• Maintains proper security of all areas, equipment, and food products. Assists in the evaluation, development, and implementation of proper policies and procedures for purchasing and the store's operation.
• With the Business Director, evaluates, develops and implements policies and procedures for the department. Assists in establishing and maintaining goals for purchasing and the store's operation, and in conjunction with the Business Director, assists in setting goals for the department.

Management of purchasing and receiving department

• Ensures prompt, friendly service.
• Responsible for the supervision, training, discipline, and evaluation of receiving and storeroom staff, including proper safety and sanitation methods and techniques.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support for receiving and storeroom staff through clear and professional communication.
• Assures compliance with Auxiliary Services policies and procedures Assures that high-quality standard is maintained throughout the operating hours, including service quality, storeroom appearance, and sanitation standards.
• Assists in the coordination and supervision of shutdown periods, including extensive cleanup operations.
• Attends conferences and/or workshops that will benefit the operation of units.

Background check:

Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement

Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, food management or related field required; or equivalent combination of education and experience to match educational requirement with one year of work experience being equivalent to two years of education.
• At least 3 years of related experience required.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience required.
• Food Service Manager Certification required by the State of California.
• Must complete the University's Hazard Communication program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory and leadership experience in commercial or university retail operations preferred.
• Previous experience in managing menu management software (Food Pro-CBORD-Computrition etc.) or other inventory management software.

Performance Expectations- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to define and implement effective solutions to problems as they arise.
• Possess good time management and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understanding of accounting procedures, including costing and menu pricing processes.
• Appreciation for and ability to perform exceptional customer service and instill this quality in subordinates.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to interact with a diverse group of constituents in a professional manner.
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures and inventory techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a strong service-oriented environment with frequently changing priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to high quality in food procurement, production and services.
• General knowledge of Purchasing Principles and Accounting procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member as well as independently, demonstrating initiative and creativity.

$5,720 - $5,830.50 per month; Excellent BenefitsThe University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:

Resume and Cover Letter Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at [email protected].

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.

Advertised: March 03, 2025 Pacific Standard TimeApplications close: Open until filled

Notice of Availability: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act), the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at www.sandiego.edu/safety/documents/annualreport.pdf. This report is published by October 1st of each year and includes current institutional policies and procedures concerning campus safety and security; fire safety and evacuation policies; sexual misconduct and relationship violence reporting and response stands and protocols; and crime and fire statistics for the three previous calendar years. To request a paper copy, please contact the Clery Act Compliance Manager via email at [email protected], by calling (619) ###-####, or in-person in the Hughes Administration Center, room 150.

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