Purchasing and Procurement Specialist

ABOUT OTTINE MINERAL SPRINGS:  

Ottine Mineral Springs, nestled beside Palmetto State Park, is a historic treasure renowned for its rich legacy and commitment to health and wellness. Our extraordinary waters are rich in natural minerals and have long been known to promote relaxation, reduce stress and support overall well-being. Today, we carry on this tradition by offering a peaceful retreat where guests can experience the rejuvenating power of these waters in a calming setting that only nature can provide. 

POSITION:  

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing & Procurement Specialist to manage operational procurement across our growing hospitality and resort operations, as well as support ongoing development needs. This person will work within established processes while playing a key role in the implementation of a new accounting system — including material requisitions and purchase orders — and helping to strengthen our procurement function going forward. 

Operational + implementation experience required.  Construction experience a plus. 

• Lead day-to-day purchasing across resort and hospitality operations, ensuring timely fulfillment of goods, services, and operational supplies while maintaining quality standards. 

• Support the rollout and configuration of a new accounting system; establish standard operating procedures for material requisitions (MR) and purchase order (PO) workflows. 

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate competitive pricing and terms with suppliers and service providers; build and maintain strong long-term vendor partnerships. 

• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure proper GL coding, three-way matching, invoice approval routing, and accurate documentation. 

• Continuously evaluate purchasing patterns, identify cost-saving opportunities, streamline inventory tracking, and mitigate supply chain delays. 

• Partner with department managers, hospitality operations, and project teams to anticipate material/supply needs and support ad-hoc construction or maintenance projects as needed. 

• Participate in relevant meetings. 

Due to changing operational demands and the need to exceed customer expectations, it may be necessary to undertake various functions that are not specifically related to this position. This individual may be required to carry out additional tasks and duties as needed or as directed. Additionally, employee responsibilities and job descriptions are subject to review and modification. 

• Based locally in Broussard, LA, with the ability to travel monthly to Central Texas for site visits, inventory audits, and team alignment. 

• 3+ years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement, with a strong emphasis on operational procurement. 

• Demonstrated comfort with system implementations and new software adoption; hands-on experience using ERP, accounting, or procurement management software. 

• Hospitality, resort, or property management experience is strongly preferred; construction purchasing experience is a plus. 

• Practical accounting experience or a solid understanding of cost accounting, PO/invoice reconciliation, and budgeting is a strong plus. 

Ottine Mineral Springs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We are committed to fostering the professional growth of our employees by providing opportunities for continuous learning and development.  With dedication and demonstrated performance, there is potential for career advancement with our company.