Buyer

Westgate Resorts provides a diverse range of vacation experiences. From sandy beaches on the Atlantic Ocean to snow-covered Utah mountains, families can affordably experience the country's most desirable vacation destinations. A world leader in the timeshare and hospitality industry, Westgate has resorts in Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, Missouri, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona. Westgate meets every vacation expectation, for every family, for every budget. As we continue growing, we will continue offering the best and most-affordable vacation options out there!

As a Buyer with Westgate Resorts, you’ll play a key role in keeping our resorts running smoothly and efficiently. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing a broad range of products and services; including food and beverage items, operating supplies, equipment, and general services, while ensuring top-tier quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery for all properties.

This role is perfect for a detail-driven professional who enjoys vendor partnerships, strategic negotiations, and contributing to operational excellence. Your work will directly support the guest experience and the success of our hospitality operations across the company.

What You'll Do as a Buyer:

(Other duties as assigned.)

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers and vendors while building strong, long-term partnerships
• Lead negotiations for contracts, pricing, and terms to secure the best value for the company
• Implement procurement strategies that support cost savings, operational efficiency, and quality standards
• Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently, resolving any related invoicing issues
• Collaborate with department leaders to forecast demand, monitor inventory, and prevent stockouts or overstocking
• Confirm delivery of goods and services in accordance with purchase orders or contracts prior to invoice payment
• Ensure all purchased items meet required quality specifications, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines (including food safety)
• Monitor and document supplier performance as part of the Supplier Rating Program
• Stay informed on market trends, product innovations, and supply chain conditions to advise on purchasing decisions
• Track purchasing metrics, analyze expenditures, report on cost savings, and assist in developing annual purchasing budgets
• Maintain accurate documentation of purchase files, contracts, and agreements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

What You’ll Bring:

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, ideally within hospitality, hotel operations, food and beverage, retail, or a related industry

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement/P2P software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of supply chain management principles and purchasing procedures
• Oracle experience is a plus

Schedule

• 20% travel may be required
• Hybrid work schedule

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.