Purchasing Associate

Best Western Hotels & Resorts

. Provide customer service, expertise, and guidance to members purchasing furniture, fixtures, and equipment .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in customer service and project coordination, with a strong focus on consultative selling and relationship management. Proficient in analyzing member needs and ensuring compliance with company guidelines for furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

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Customer Service ExperienceConsultative Selling SkillsProject CoordinationMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchasing ExperienceProperty Improvement AnalysisSupplier NegotiationQuote ManagementDesign Coordination

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

Web-Based Business Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent Certification

Industry Keywords

FF&E ProjectsMember CommunicationPolicies and ProceduresProduct SelectionInstallation Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide customer service, expertise, and guidance to members purchasing furniture, fixtures, and equipment
Assess member needs and ensure design coordination and standards
Analyze and review property improvement plans to develop courses of action
Coordinate FF&E projects for organized and timely delivery and installation
Obtain standard and custom price quotes from suppliers
Negotiate supplier pricing when special circumstances arise
Educate members on current company FF&E guidelines for existing, conversion, and new construction properties
Maintain communication with member properties regarding quotes, product selection, orders, installations, and payments
Provide guidance on policies and procedures
Resolve defined problems and analyze successes and setbacks to find solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3 years related customer service, sales and/or purchasing experience
High School diploma or equivalent certification
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based business applications
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Ability to work with large client base and on multiple projects
Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with hotel members, internal departments, and suppliers
Consultative selling and influencing skills with the ability to recommend solutions that align with member needs and company standards
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
Strong follow-through and attention to detail in managing quotes, orders, installations, and member communications
Familiar with company products and services and relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines specific to the job
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision available day one
Vacation/Sick accruals start day one
Paid company holidays and personal holidays
401K - company contribution and match (U.S.)
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) – company contribution and match (Canada)
Employee discounts/hotel discounts
Free financial and health wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Hybrid work schedule with remote work Tuesdays and Thursdays