Inventory Parts Specialist, Facilities-Full Time (Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for locating parts and supplies required by the Facilities department. 
• Involved in price negotiations for parts and supplies required by the Facilities department.
• Assist Administrative Assistant in contract negotiations with outside vendors which are maintained by the department. 
• Assist Administrative Assistant with P & L and budget preparations. 
• Assist in the design, implementation, motivation, and upgrades of the department inventory control system.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions within the specified monetary amounts. 
• Review department invoices prior to Director/Manager approval and approve invoices within specified monetary amounts. 
• Assist in the preparation on contracts and CERs for approval. 
• Develop and update inventory control measures for the department. 
• Work with engineering staff to develop and update appropriate parts levels for materials & supplies. 
• Work with engineering staff to identify key items such as motors, pumps, fans, etc. that are critical to the operation of the casino and develop and maintain appropriate inventory levels. 
• Audit parts and supplies levels to ensure proper stocking. 
• Responsible for inventory control items in the warehouse. 
• Demonstrate a willingness to accept and an ability to perform leadership roles. 
• Show initiative in solving problems while seeking supervisory guidance as necessary.
• Display good judgement and an ability to make decisions that are in the best interest of the organization and its guests. 
• Perform with an understanding of the mission and operation of the organization and engineering’s critical role in this environment.
• Possess a positive “team” work ethic. 
• Effective in completing work timely, accurately, and efficiently.
• Develop a positive working relationship with internal guests through open communication and timely and accurate job completion. 
• Minimal absenteeism / tardiness. 

 

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES:

• Control cost of projects by using innovative technology and tried and true methods and materials. Presents self as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same.
• Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned 

 

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma required. 
• One year Facilities Administrative and Facilities Purchasing experience. 
• Experience with automated purchasing system.
• Two years purchasing experience.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to fulfill the obligations of this position.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. 
• Must be able to get along with co-workers and develop teamwork. 
• Must present a well-groomed appearance. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino both inside and outside. 
• Must be able to stand, stoop, bend, lie on back and ascend/descend ladders in normal execution of duties. 
• Must be able to push and lift weight of up to 75 pounds. 
• Must be able to see small objects in poorly lit areas. 
• Must possess coordination and dexterity to work with hand and power tools. 
• Must be able to work in areas containing high noise levels, dust and secondary smoke. 
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and in stressful situations. 
• Must be able to respond to visual, olfactory and aural cues.
• Must be able to work inside an