Buyer Purchasing Food & Beverage

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes , which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at www.msgentertainment.com .

Who are we hiring?

Under the supervision of the Senior Director Procurement F&B, the Buyer is responsible for daily purchasing, sourcing, and inventory management across all food and beverage operations, including Madison Square Garden Arena, Radio City Music Hall, The Beacon Theater, The Chicago Theater, and the Knicks and Rangers Training Center.

What will you do?

Execute tactical buying for food, beverage, and paper/packaging products across all venues

Analyze requisitions from multiple locations and develop efficient, cost-effective purchasing strategies

Place orders through Eatec, MSG’s inventory and procurement system

Maintain accurate and up-to-date product information within the Eatec database

Troubleshoot delivery issues, including shortage and out of stocks, in a timely manner

Build and manage strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent product availability and service quality

Support the vendor bidding process by assisting with bid analysis, RFPs, and vendor selection

Establish and manage par levels for stocked inventory items to ensure optimal inventory levels

Evaluate product forecasting needs based on event schedules and usage trends

Source new vendor and products as needed to support operational goals and enhance offerings

Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Warehouse, Culinary, Operations and Accounts Payable—to effectively execute procurement initiatives and alignment across departments

Manage invoice and credit reconciliation to maintain accurate financial records and resolve discrepancies

Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What do you need to succeed?

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

4+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, foodservice, or related industry

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Experience with inventory and purchasing systems (Eatec experience a plus)

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting tools

Proven ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple priorities and projects

Strong negotiation skills, with demonstrated track record for building and maintaining effective vendor relationships

Extensive knowledge of food, beverage, and paper categories

Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable results

Special requirements of the job

Ability to work weekends

#LI-ONSITE Pay Range $80,000 — $90,000 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.