Job Description
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Discover a boundless path at Meli, where opportunities for growth and development are endless. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and to be part of our extensive global family.
**Competitive salary**
Services Procurement Manager
We are looking for a detail-orientedServices Procurement Managerto oversee the procurement of services across our region. This role ensures that purchasing aligns with our global procurement strategy while maximizing efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Youll collaborate closely with hotels, suppliers, and internal teams to streamline procurement operations and maintain compliance with company policies.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Procurement Strategy & Execution
* Leadtendering, negotiations, and contractsfor services while ensuring alignment with our global strategy.
* Identify service needs,analyze supplier options, and establish agreements that optimize costs and quality.
* Drivemulti-country procurement synergiesand oversee compliance with supplier agreements.
Budget & Cost Management
* Work with leadership totrack savings, service quality, and spending trendsin line with company objectives.
* Monitor procurement budgets, analyze deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
* Ensure the correct application of purchasing policies tomaximize supplier contributionsand optimize expenses.
Operational Procurement & Compliance
* Overseelocal supplier negotiationswhen no framework agreements exist.
* Ensure supplierperformance meets contractual obligationsand company standards.
* Manage audits, resolve procurement-related issues, and maintain supplier documentation for compliance.
* Providesupport for procurement tools and systems(SAP, COUPA, etc.) to improve reporting and efficiency.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management
* Maintain anupdated supplier and service cataloguefor operational efficiency.
* Supervise supplier approval processes andresolve service quality issuesreported by hotels.
* Support procurement needs forhotel openings, renovations, and expansions.
Sustainability & Corporate Initiatives
* Track and reportsustainability datarelated to procurement activities.
* Prioritizeeco-friendly suppliersand businesses that align with social responsibility goals.
Requirements:
* 3-5 years inprocurement, contract negotiation, or supplier management(preferably in the hospitality industry).
* Strong negotiation andcontract managementexpertise.
* English is essential, Spanish would be beneficial
* Knowledge oflabour relations and quality managementis a plus.
* Proficiency inSAP, COUPA, and Excelfor procurement reporting.
* Understanding ofhotel industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
* Excellentorganization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Because belonging to the great Meli family is being VIP
* Holidays:29 days holiday including 8 public holidays
* Contributory pension scheme
* Refer a friend bonus:£500 (subject to successfully completed 6 months probation)
* Discounted dental and health cover with HSF
* Great discounts with Melia Hotels Worldwide:(Friends & families discounts)
* Personal Development:programs designed to support your career right from the start, with unlimited access to online learning platform
* Awards and Recognition Programs:Joina culture of recognition and reward, with loyalty bonuses and referral incentives
* Career growth:fantastic opportunity to progress and access to a network of over 350 hotels across the world (subject to local right to work rules)
* High street discounts:with Perks at Work
* Meals on duty, Payday Parties and Laundry
At Meli we are all VIP
Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meli an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.
Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meli an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you,VIPPeople.
At Meli Hotels International, we are committed toequal opportunities between women and menin the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.
We promote our commitment toequality and diversity, avoiding any kind of discrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe thatdiversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.
Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry througha socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.
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