Director Of Purchasing - Resorts World Casino - New York State
(2024-01)
Oversee hundred-million dollar spend and lead strategic procurement for three New York State casino locations, encompassing contract negotiation, RFP selection, and government reporting.
- Direct the sourcing and procurement of all essential goods and services, including gaming equipment, marketing, IT, F&B, EVS, Facilities, FFE, OSE, hotel supplies, and maintenance, utilizing the Red Rock ERP system for streamlined operations and data-informed decision-making.
- Develop and execute advanced procurement strategies to optimize costs, ensure on-time delivery, and uphold stringent quality standards across diverse categories.
- Increased MWBE Spend by 5.3% while decreased overall spend by 9%
Director Of Purchasing - Kissaki Hospitality/1Ocean
(2020-01 - 2023-12)
- Sourced and procured all fixtures, furniture, and equipment for five new restaurant openings.
- Established a new importing entity for fish and shellfish, optimizing the supply chain to streamline ordering and reduce costs across seven units.
- Achieved a 37% reduction in packaging costs by leveraging international contacts to develop custom solutions, facilitating a successful transition to a hybrid dine-in/to-go model.
- Maintained consistent food costs of 20-22% across all locations through close collaboration with the Corporate Chef and effective inventory management.
Supply Chain Manager - Bonchon
(2017-01 - 2020-12)
Managed a multi million domestic and international spending budget for 105 restaurants, ensuring efficient material flow.
- Negotiated favorable terms with distributors, vendors, and suppliers, resulting in a 14% reduction in procurement costs.
- Supervised inventory control, including physical inventory, SAP system adjustments, and root cause analysis of discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Contributed to a 7-13% year-over-year increase in same-store sales through strategic promotions, new menu item development, and operational efficiency improvements.
Operations Manager & Inventory Control - Lafrieda Meats
(2012-01 - 2017-12)
- Processed 1,950 to 3,500 orders daily for over 850 customers, working closely with Pat Lafrieda to maintain stringent freshness and timeliness standards.
- Reduced labor costs by 4% through optimized inventory levels, production scheduling, and adherence to safety, sanitation, and operational flow best practices.
- Collaborated directly with customers and federal inspectors to ensure production compliance with GMP, USDA, and HACCP standards, exceeding regulatory requirements.
General Manager Meat & Fish Department - Eataly
(2010-01 - 2012-12)
- Supervised all aspects of two high-volume departments, contributing to $7.5M in combined annual sales.
- Achieved significant sales growth: 50% in the fish department and 20% in the meat department within one year.
- Implemented robust inventory controls and demand forecasting to limit loss to 5-8% per quarter.
- Managed staffing, payroll, and performance reviews for both departments, maintaining an average of 17% labor-cost-to-sales ratio.
General Manager - Foragers Market
(2008-01 - 2010-12)
Directed all aspects of a multi-million dollar, 7,000 sq ft specialty market with a staff of 35.
- Increased revenue by 25% through enhancements in staffing, POS operations, P&L management, merchandising, and customer service.
- Spearheaded renovations, leading to a 10% increase in revenue.
Executive Chef - Miriam's Restaurant
(2005-01 - 2008-12)
Sous Chef - Hearth Restaurant
(2004-01 - 2005-12)
Sous Chef - Artisanal Restaurant
(2003-01 - 2004-12)
