Junior Buyer

The role… The Junior Buyer is an procurement professional responsible for supporting the sourcing of direct food and beverage-related goods and supplier management across the Soho House locations in North America. The role will cover a wide array of procurement activities including, but not limited to purchasing system management, vendor setup and invoice management, cost control, spend analytics, contract review, and process and policy governance. In addition, there is a requirement to support local kitchen/chef with product and recipe management and ensure all information (product and pricing) in our Purchasing System (Adaco) is kept up to date. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities  * Serve as a point of contact for operational teams by responding to product, supplier, and procurement-related inquiries. * Maintain Purchasing System and ensure supplier and product database always up to date and optimised * Proactively monitor orders to identify and engage the business regarding those that may be problematic * Provide administrative support and inputs for stock and margin reporting * Provide ad-hoc reporting as and when requested * Efficiently managing the workflow to minimise invoice queues at any given time * Support the Procurement and Accounts Payable with relevant ad-hoc requests * Work closely with Ops, Chefs, Finance and Procurement to optimise supplier performance management * Cleansing and enrichment of supplier and spend data * Verify that invoices, payment terms and payment methods comply with agreed terms * Ensure database cost prices and purchase codes are accurate * Liaise with the Finance department to provide timely adjustments on the systems (Adaco and Sage), after the site food and beverage rec is sent out. * Develop dashboards for our suppliers, and proactively seek actionable insight * Continuous improvements to systems and processes to ensure best practice, optimum effectiveness and efficiency * Continuously monitor and review the market and relevant commodities to stay informed with the latest commercial trends and supplier movements Experience Required * Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Hospitality Management, Finance, or a related field preferred * 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management within Food and Beverage * Experience working with Purchasing or ERP platforms/tools is a plus (Adaco, Oracle, Birchstreet, etc.) * Strong Microsoft Excel expertise * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Outstanding stakeholder relationship and engagement including Director level Why work with us... Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career. * Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match * Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days * Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically * Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability * Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees. * Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all. * Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to. * Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge. In accordance with New York law, the salary range for this role if filled within New York is listed below. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Pay Range $70,000—$70,000 USD

The role… The Junior Buyer is a procurement professional responsible for supporting the sourcing of indirect goods and services and supplier management across the Soho House locations in North America. Reporting to the Head of Indirect Procurement – North America, this role will help manage sourcing requests, supplier relationships, contract administration, spend analysis, and procurement projects that drive operational efficiency and cost savings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in strategic sourcing and procurement within the hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities  * Support the procurement of indirect goods and services including collateral supplies, hotel amenities, kitchen equipment, and other operational categories. * Assist with competitive sourcing events, including gathering supplier quotations, evaluating proposals, and preparing recommendation summaries. * Support sourcing, onboarding & management of suppliers for new business initiatives. * Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities and spend trends. * Maintain procurement documentation, contracts, pricing files, and sourcing records. * Assist with implementation, adoption and continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems. * Serve as a point of contact for operational teams by responding to product, supplier, and procurement-related inquiries. * Partner with on-site purchasing teams to support new initiatives, product rollouts, and operational requirements across North America. * Participate in cross-functional procurement initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Required Qualifications  * Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Hospitality Management, Finance, or a related field preferred. * 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, hospitality, or administrative support * Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. * Comfortable working with data and Microsoft Excel. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Customer-service mindset with the ability to build relationships across departments. * Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills. * Experience with procurement or ERP systems is a plus (Adaco, Coupa, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Preferred Skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred). * Experience working in hospitality, retail, food & beverage, or multi-site operations is advantageous. * Familiarity with procurement best practices and supplier management. * Interest in pursuing a career in strategic sourcing or supply chain management. Why work with us... Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career. * Health Care + 401K: Full time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match * Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick day's + vacation days * Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically * Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability * Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees. * Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all. * Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to. * Team Meal: Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge. In accordance with New York law, the salary range for this role if filled within New York is listed below. The range for the position in other geographies may vary based on market differences. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Pay Range $70,000—$70,000 USD