**Description:** At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. The Director of Purchasing & Stewarding is responsible for overseeing the hotel’s purchasing, receiving, and inventory management functions while also directing the stewarding department. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing practices, compliance with brand standards, and smooth coordination with all operational departments. Additionally, the Director provides leadership to the stewarding team, maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness, sanitation, and support for food & beverage operations. At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences to each every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. The Director of Purchasing & Stewarding is responsible for overseeing the hotel’s purchasing, receiving, and inventory management functions while also directing the stewarding department. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing practices, compliance with brand standards, and smooth coordination with all operational departments. Additionally, the Director provides leadership to the stewarding team, maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness, sanitation, and support for food & beverage operations. This position requires strong financial acumen, vendor management skills, and a collaborative leadership style to support both back-of-house operations and overall hotel success. **_Responsibilities Include:_** · Develop, implement, and oversee purchasing policies and procedures for all hotel departments. · Source, negotiate, and maintain vendor relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery of goods and services. · Manage purchase orders, contracts, inventory control systems, and cost analysis to meet budgetary guidelines. · Oversee receiving and storage procedures, ensuring proper handling, quality checks, and accurate recordkeeping. · Lead the stewarding team, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards, proper equipment usage, and efficient support to culinary and F&B operations. · Develop and implement cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchens and back-of-house areas. · Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. · Collaborate with the culinary, banquets, and F&B departments to forecast supply needs and stewarding support. · Monitor and control departmental expenses to maximize profitability while maintaining operational standards. · Recruit, train, coach, and develop staff in purchasing and stewarding. · Prepare and present reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, inventory levels, and stewarding performance to senior leadership. _The salary range for this position is $80,900.00 to $110,000.00. This is the pay range for this position that Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, such as experience and education._ _Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you._ **_All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status._** **Qualifications:** + **Must have open availability, including weekends and holidays, to support business needs.** + Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment. + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred. + Minimum 5–7 years of progressive purchasing experience in hospitality or a similar industry, including at least 2 years in a leadership role. + Knowledge of food & beverage operations and stewarding practices strongly preferred. + Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost-control skills. + Proficiency in procurement software, inventory systems, and Microsoft Office Suite. + Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. + Ability to analyze financial data and drive cost savings while ensuring quality. + Knowledge of sanitation and safety regulations (ServSafe certification a plus). **Primary Location:** US-CA-Burlingame **Organization:** Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Procurement and Purchasing **Req ID:** BUR000976 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.