The Purchasing Manager supports the hotel by providing a courteous, professional, efficient, and flexible service at all times, following ACCOR Standards of Performance. (S)he is involved in day-to-day audit work on operations and advises the Director of Finance on market conditions. The Purchasing Manager implements and maintains policies and procedures on the procurement process while supporting the objective of cost control and maintaining traces for audit.
* Obtains quotations and completes market surveys to ensure high-quality products for the best prices. Negotiates with suppliers to achieve this aim.
* Places purchase orders and ensures delivery of supplies and equipment to the hotel by the required deadlines.
* Maintains purchasing records and reviews them periodically regarding minimum stock levels.
* Reviews and refines equipment specifications with Department Heads for the effective completion of the Capital Expenditure Budget.
* Organizes and attends information meetings between suppliers and Managers regarding major purchases or projects.
* Maintains equipment and supplies catalogues and an inventory of various products in the market to provide immediate service to colleagues.
* Ensures all purchases are streamlined and maximizes savings where possible without sacrificing quality.
* Locates, investigates, and establishes potential vendors for new supplies.
* Implements and administers the supplier certification process for all approved food vendors.
* Liaises closely with the Executive Chef to ensure food purchases are delivered on time and to the quality standards specified.
* Keeps up to date with import requirements, duties, and banking practices, facilitating efficient importation of necessary goods.
* Identifies and recruits Purchasing ambassadors who can work within the decentralized Management Philosophy, following Financial, Operational, and Administrative Philosophies outlined above and who understand and support ACCOR's Philosophy of Multi-Skilling and Multi-Tasking.
* Assists in shipping, receiving, or storing merchandise whenever necessary.
* Carries out quarterly, bi-yearly, and yearly inventory of operating equipment.
Qualifications:
* 3 years of experience in a similar role in the luxury hospitality industry.
* Strong computer skills.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Strong demonstrated work ethic.
* 2 years of experience managing others.
Remote Work: No
Employment Type: Full-time
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