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Buyer, Ops
full-timeVancouver$55k - $65k

Summary

Location

Vancouver

Salary

$55k - $65k (CAD)

Type

full-time

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About this role

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

Position Summary: 
•    Responsible for purchasing all food products and supplies according to airline specifications and approved suppliers.   
•    Monitors days on hand to meet financial requirements, and well as inventory levels in the unit.   
•    Coordinates internal deliveries to ensure on time delivery for daily production requirements.   
•    Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for purchasing requirements. 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  
 
•    Using SACS along with customer flight schedules and “Bill of Materials” (BOM) program determines quantities of all customer-required food and related menu components 
•    Follows appropriate forecasting and analyzing procedures of load factor trends to determine appropriate quantities of required product purchases 
•    Responsible for monitoring proper storage, rotation, and security of materials and report any anomalies
•    Assists unit in generating and establishing and accurate daily requisition system which is monitored in a timely manner, meeting production requirements 
•    Audits and ensures accuracy of purchase requisitions and vendor invoices prior to payment thorough our A/P process 
•    Reviews and verifies all invoices are accounted for in a given period 
•    Monitors Inventory to ensure that an accurate and controllable inventory is maintained
•    Communicates company policies, objectives, procedures, and safety guidelines to all storeroom personnel 
•    Understands and ensures compliance with regional and corporate programs, policies and product specifications 
•    Ensures unit maintains and reports accurate product substitution log and insures appropriate follow up actions are pursued 
•    Consistently maintains a professional image in all relationships and interactions with suppliers, customers and other employees 
•    Audits cost breakouts to compare actual vs. theoretical food costs and communicates noted variances to appropriate parties 
•    Performs special projects and other duties as required 
 
 Education: 
•    College degree in related discipline or high school graduate or equivalent with experience in related discipline 
 
 Work Experience: 
•    1-2 years wholesale or multi-unit food purchasing experience 
•    Minimum 1 year of experience in food safety control practices (GMP's, SOP's, and HACCP) and quality program control 
 
Job Skills: 
•    General food knowledge 
•    Intermediate level Microsoft office tool skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) 
•    Strong interpersonal skills, interact well with multiple departments as required 
•    Excellent reading, writing, and oral communication skills 
•    Minor travel and ability to work in food storerooms 
•    Able to work with little supervision 
•    Detail oriented 
•    Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations a plus 
 
Communication Skills: 
•    Effective oral and written communication skills 
•    Effective listening skills 
•    Multi-lingual a plus 
 
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: 
•    None 
Travel: 
•    Some travel may be required 
 
Environmental Requirements: 
•    Regular Office Environment 
•    Ability to work flexible hours and days and assume responsibility to assure the job gets done 
 
Organization Structure:
•    Direct Line Manager (Title): Warehouse Manager
•    Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable):  
•    Number of Direct Reports: 0
•    Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0
•    Estimated Total Size of Team:  

Demonstrated Competencies to be Successful in the Position: 
•    Thinking - Information search and analysis, problem resolution skills 
•    Engaging - understanding others, team leadership, developing people 
•    Inspiring - influencing and building relationships, motivating and inspiring, communicating effectively 
•    Achieving - delivering business results under pressure, championing performance improvement, customer focus

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Candidates will be required to go through a criminal background check.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other ground under applicable law.

Gate Gourmet Canada Inc. is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please inform our Recruitment Team if you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process.

Salary range - $55,000 to $65,000

If you want to be part of a team that helps make travel and culinary memories, join us!

Other facts

Tech stack
Food Knowledge,Microsoft Office,Interpersonal Skills,Communication Skills,Detail Oriented,Food Safety Control,Inventory Management,Analytical Skills,Problem Resolution,Team Leadership,Customer Focus,Compliance Knowledge,Forecasting,Purchasing,Vendor Management,Culinary Experience

About gategroup

Shaping the future of Inflight Hospitality.

At gategroup, we are the global leader in airline catering, retail-on-board, and hospitality services, enhancing the passenger experience at 35,000 feet and beyond.

Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, our footprint spans over 200 operating units across 60+ countries and territories, making us the most extensive catering network in the aviation industry. Every day, we proudly serve millions of travelers, partnering with the world’s top airlines to deliver memorable culinary moments and seamless retail experiences.

Driven by innovation, advanced technology, and operational excellence, our teams design and deliver premium food and service solutions tailored to the dynamic needs of modern air travel.

From gourmet meals to intelligent retail programs, our mission is simple:
To elevate every journey.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Airlines and Aviation

What you'll do

  • The Buyer, Ops is responsible for purchasing food products and supplies according to airline specifications and managing inventory levels. They also coordinate internal deliveries and monitor compliance with food safety and quality standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does gategroup pay for a Buyer, Ops?

gategroup offers a competitive compensation package for the Buyer, Ops role. The salary range is CAD 55k - 65k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Buyer, Ops do at gategroup?

As a Buyer, Ops at gategroup, you will: the Buyer, Ops is responsible for purchasing food products and supplies according to airline specifications and managing inventory levels. They also coordinate internal deliveries and monitor compliance with food safety and quality standards..

Why join gategroup as a Buyer, Ops?

gategroup is a leading Airlines and Aviation company. The Buyer, Ops role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Buyer, Ops position at gategroup remote?

The Buyer, Ops position at gategroup is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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