Purchasing Coordinator

Limelight Catering Chicago
Chicago, IL
The Procurement & Inventory Coordinator is responsible for managing the purchasing, receiving, and inventory of all food, beverage, and culinary supplies in support of the culinary and production teams. This role works as part of the Culinary Procurement Team, and specifically closely with the Menu Quantification Coordinator, to ensure ingredient quantities are properly ordered, received on time, and accurately tracked across storage locations.
The Procurement Coordinator helps maintain cost control, operational efficiency, and product quality by overseeing day-to-day procurement operations, monitoring inventory levels, and collaborating with vendors and internal teams. This position is essential for ensuring that all events run smoothly, with the right products available in the right amounts at the right time.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Ordering

  • Place orders for food, beverage, and culinary supplies based on quantified menus, inventory levels, and event schedules
  • Source specialty items and maintain strong vendor relationships
  • Track order confirmations, deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies with vendors

Inventory Management

  • Maintain accurate inventory records and par levels for multiple storage locations
  • Perform regular physical counts and reconcile variances with system records
  • Ensure proper storage, rotation, and handling of all ingredients and supplies

Collaboration with Quantification Coordinator

  • Partner with the Menu Quantification Coordinator to align purchasing with menu needs
  • Communicate adjustments or changes in ingredient requirements to procurement and production teams
  • Assist in translating menu quantities into actionable orders and inventory plans

Systems & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate data in inventory and procurement systems
  • Generate reports on stock levels, usage trends, and purchasing patterns
  • Support analysis for cost control, waste reduction, and menu planning

Compliance & Quality Control

  • Ensure all products meet quality, safety, and storage standards
  • Follow company SOPs for receiving, labeling, and documenting ingredients and supplies
IDEAL CANDIDATE

Organized & Detail-Oriented: Strong ability to track multiple orders, inventories, and storage locations accurately

Collaborative: Works effectively with quantification, culinary, and production teams

Analytical & Process-Focused: Comfortable using procurement and inventory systems and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs

Proactive & Problem-Solver: Able to anticipate shortages, resolve discrepancies, and maintain operational flow
Posted 2026-05-27

Recommended Jobs

Clinical Coordinator - Surgical Specialties - Days

Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, IL

Hourly Pay Range: $40.45 - $62.70 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: * Position: Registe…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-27

Used Car Technician

McGrath Honda Elgin
Elgin, IL

Job Summary McGrath Honda of Elgin is seeking an experienced Used Car Technician to join our team of dedicated automotive professionals. The right candidate will assist in the repair, service, and mai…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-28

Data Center Technical Project Manager

Oracle
Springfield, IL

Job Description In this role, you will be part of the New Region & Multi-cloud delivery TPM team within the Data Center Delivery organization and own the end-to-end execution of various data cente…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-24

CRNA: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Palm Careers
Chicago, IL

Direct-hire CRNAs needed in Chicago - 8, 10, 12, 13-hour shifts & 8 weeks PTO   Awesome opportunity available with a considerable hospital in Chicago-proper. Get experiences that you don't see at…

View Details
Posted 2025-12-16

OB/GYN Physician - Student Loan Forgiveness Available

Confidential
Barrington, IL

Join one of the nation’s largest, most respected health systems and experience what it means to live well. Advocate Health is seeking an OB/GYN to join our physician-led medical group and serve its p…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-27

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Home Health (Per Diem)

@Home Therapy
Elmhurst, IL

Deliver Functional Care in a High-Need Community Setting @Home Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide in-home services to adult patients in the Elmhurst area of Queens. This role…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-15

Senior Director, Development Sciences Licensing & Acquisitions

AbbVie
North Chicago, IL

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of to…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-09

Store Manager - Hawthorn Mall

Pandora
Vernon Hills, IL

As the largest jewelery brand in the world, we a give a voice to millions of people’s loves every day. Our beautiful products empower people all around the world to express themselves. We are proud t…

View Details
Posted 2026-01-26

Health Services Administrator

Wellpath
Edwardsville, IL

You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved • Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture • Excellent career growth opportunities Join us an…

View Details
Posted 2026-05-18

CDL A Truck Driver Day Shift

Assurity Transportation Solutions
Bedford Park, IL

Apply now  Home Daily and weekend Some Direct Customer Account Access and self dispatch options may be available.  Day and night shift options available Local  Dry Freight  position Home Dail…

View Details
Posted 2026-03-20