Buyer - NYC Ferry

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experiences and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water-based experiences (dining and sightseeing cruises), land-based experiences (walking and food tours) and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers land- and water-based experiences as well as ferry and transportation services. Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc., a marine services company specializing in the operation, maintenance and repair of government and privately owned vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California; Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; London, United Kingdom; New York, New York; Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit

Position Summary:
As a Buyer (Purchasing Agent), you will be responsible for placing and tracking purchase orders, maintaining supplier relationships, and coordinating closely with internal teams to ensure materials are delivered accurately and on time. Working directly with the Procurement Manager, you'll support both day-to-day purchasing operations and strategic sourcing initiatives. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Place purchase orders and follow up on order status to ensure timely delivery
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and timelines
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to support efficient and effective sourcing
• Review supplier quotes and coordinate with the Procurement Manager as needed regarding pricing and vendor matters
• Partner with the warehouse team to improve visibility of inbound shipments, returns, and inventory movement.
• Resolve delivery delays and discrepancies in coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase order logs and procurement records
• Support the Procurement Manager on special projects, including process improvement and cost-saving initiatives
• Initiate basic transfers and charge-outs in Great Plains based on Corrective and Preventative Maintenance documentation
• Monitor various inboxes for invoices and distribute them to correct department for