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The Purchasing Manager oversees purchasing and warehouse operations across Toyota Arena, ONT Field, and the Convention Center. This role is responsible for ensuring timely procurement, accurate inventory control, efficient warehouse operations, and compliance with financial, safety, and food-handling standards. The Purchasing Manager partners closely with Culinary and Food & Beverage leadership to support event-driven operations and cost objectives.
Job Responsibility:
Direct inbound and outbound inventory of food, beverage, equipment, and supplies to ensure proper storage, rotation, and utilization
Create, process, and manage purchasing requests, purchase orders, invoices, and financial reconciliation in accordance with company procedures
Track, reconcile, and manage inventory levels to minimize out-of-stocks, spoilage, shrinkage, and excess inventory
Conduct and oversee monthly inventory counts using Legends-approved systems
Supervise warehouse staff, ensuring compliance with safety, sanitation, and operational standards
Communicate proactively with Food & Beverage and Culinary leadership regarding shortages, substitutions, delays, or product changes
Coordinate with vendors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of products and equipment
Evaluate vendor performance related to quality, pricing, and service levels
support contract and pricing reviews as directed
Partner with Culinary and F&B leadership to align purchasing with menus, forecasts, and event schedules
Ensure compliance with food safety, storage, and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate records including inventory logs, vendor documentation, pricing files, and warehouse asset inventories
Promote safe work practices and adherence to company policies and procedures
Support event readiness through proper staging, distribution, and replenishment of inventory
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED required
additional education in supply chain, business, or hospitality preferred
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, warehouse, or inventory management
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience, preferably in an arena, stadium, or large-venue environment
Prior experience with inventory distribution and warehouse operations
Working knowledge of food production, purchasing, and sanitation procedures
Strong computer proficiency, including inventory systems and Microsoft Office applications
Experience with inventory management and food service management systems
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Serv Safe / Food Handler Certification (required within 30 days of hire)
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to interact with all levels of customers and staff including management
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all staff and vendors.
Be detail oriented
Always present a professional appearance and demeanor during the workday
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service orientation
Must be energetic, self-disciplined with a strong sense of initiative, is detail oriented and have a passion for delivering exceptional guest service.
Positive attitude and neat appearance
Work ethics encourages strong urgency and quality in a team environment