Italian Vendor Coordinator

Job Summary Vinny's of Carroll Gardens is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Italian Vendor Coordinator to manage vendor communications and support purchasing and supply coordination for restaurant operations. This role involves maintaining supplier relationships, tracking orders and deliveries, monitoring ingredient availability, reviewing invoices, and coordinating with kitchen management to ensure the timely delivery of quality ingredients and restaurant supplies. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, effective problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of restaurant purchasing operations. Common Job Roles Italian Vendor Coordinator Restaurant Vendor Relations Specialist Food Supplier Coordinator Purchasing Operations Coordinator Restaurant Procurement Specialist Supplier Account Coordinator Key Responsibilities Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to source food ingredients and restaurant supplies. Maintain professional relationships with local and specialty Italian food suppliers. Prepare and track purchase orders for ingredients, beverages, and kitchen materials. Monitor supplier delivery schedules and follow up on delayed or incomplete orders. Verify incoming deliveries against purchase orders and invoices. Communicate product shortages, substitutions, and quality concerns to management. Maintain accurate vendor contact information, pricing records, and purchasing documentation. Coordinate with chefs and inventory staff to anticipate ingredient and supply requirements. Assist with comparing vendor pricing, product quality, and delivery performance. Help resolve invoice discrepancies and delivery issues. Support purchasing decisions that reduce waste and maintain budget targets. Ensure purchasing and receiving procedures follow applicable food safety standards. Requirements Previous experience in vendor coordination, purchasing, procurement, or restaurant operations preferred. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Ability to maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records. Familiarity with spreadsheets, email, and inventory management systems. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple orders and deadlines. Professional approach to supplier and team relationships. Knowledge of food service operations is an advantage. Preferred Skills Experience working with Italian restaurants or specialty food suppliers. Familiarity with food purchasing, vendor agreements, and order tracking. Understanding of ingredient quality, freshness, and storage requirements. Experience comparing supplier pricing and delivery performance. Basic knowledge of inventory control and cost management. Ability to coordinate effectively with kitchen, receiving, and management teams. About the Company Vinny's of Carroll Gardens is the company specified for this position. The Italian Vendor Coordinator role is designed to support reliable supplier relationships, efficient purchasing processes, and the availability of ingredients and supplies needed for daily restaurant operations. How to Apply Submit your resume and application through Indeed. Highlight relevant vendor management, purchasing, procurement, or restaurant experience. Include examples of your supplier communication and organizational skills. Qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview. Benefits Competitive compensation based on experience. Opportunities to develop procurement and vendor management skills. Collaborative restaurant work environment. On-the-job training where applicable. Potential career growth in restaurant purchasing and operations. Note: This is a suggested Indeed job-posting draft, not confirmation of an actual vacancy. Verify the employer's location, hiring status, compensation, and benefits before publishing. Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per year Benefits: Relocation assistance Work Location: In person

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