About our company Premier: Premier Project Management provides design, procurement, engineering development and project management services to hotels. This includes implementing the majority of capital improvements for properties owned by Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) and other hotel and mulit-family ownership groups. As an Interior Designer, you will work on the interior renovation of projects with varying levels of complexity from design through construction and installation. You will work with and receive mentorship from senior members in the department.

Position Summary: The Senior Purchasing Agent will assist with supply chain management and implementation of purchasing objectives. The role supports the development and ongoing management of assets comprised of Hospitality and Multi-Family residential developments. Reporting to the Senior Director of Procurement, the role supports in-house design, design consultants . The Senior Purchasing Agent is responsible for bidding, purchasing, and expediting major projects as assigned so that all FF&E is available at the construction start date.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for cost analysis, negotiating, purchasing, and delivery of all products within an approved budget
Manage an effective project purchasing process to ensure that requirements are purchased and delivered within required time lines
Effectively manage multiple complex projects with limited supervision
Process all requisitions and purchase orders
Initiate change orders to purchase orders, generating purchase orders for property level commitments as part of Capital Purchases/Plan and other FF&E purchase orders as required
Handle and resolve vendor disputes

Requirements

High School Diploma Required
BA or BS preferred
At least five (5) years purchasing experience, preferably in the hospitality industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel - Spitfire a plus
Strong oral and written communications skills required, presentation skills desirable
Exceptional customer service skills and follow through
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, to work independently and as part of a team

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and market alignment
Bonus: Eligible for annual bonus
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement: 401(k) with company match
Time Off: Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days
Perks: Discounted hotel stays across the portfolio
Growth: Career development and advancement opportunities
Culture: People-first environment focused on excellence and innovation
Job Type: Individual Contributor, Full-Time, Permanent
Office location: 14185 Dallas Parkway, Suite 1400 Dallas, TX 75254
Work Type: Onsite with Hybrid work schedule OR 100% Remote
Remote Option: For the right candidate we are open to consider 100% Remote
Hybrid Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm.
- Tuesday, Wednesday - Onsite / In Office
- Mondays, Thursday & Fridays -Work from home / remote
Travel: Up to 5% travel for meetings and market-related activities

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions that are required of an employee in this position. Therefore, other duties may be asked of an employee in this position from time to time.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements (In-Office Role)

Ability to work in a standard office environment.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. (6-8 hours a day)
Occasional standing and walking throughout the workday.
Frequent fine motor skills, use of hands and fingers for keyboarding/typing, utilizing a mouse or trackpad, writing, and operating office equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, reach, or carry items.
Ability to lift and/or move 10–25 pounds as needed (e.g., files, office supplies).
Visual ability to read from a computer screen and printed materials including close visual focus for extended periods and color differentiation (for certain roles).
Ability to hear and participate in conversations and meetings, use phone and/or headset
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

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