Assistant Purchasing Manager

Anantara; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel brand is seeking a candidate for a position focused on managing purchase requests and supplier negotiations. The ideal applicant will have a degree in Hotel Management, along with at least two years of experience in the hospitality industry. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are crucial for success in this role, along with familiarity in using hotel management software. This position may require relocating to a remote area.

Qualifications

• Luxury hospitality experience of 2-4 years in a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role.
• In-depth knowledge of the hotel and service sector.

Responsibilities

• Process all purchase requests submitted by Departments.
• Coordinate with Cost Controller to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Maintain regular communication with departments on deliveries.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking abilities

Education

Degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent

Tools

Hotel management software

Job description

Job Description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. Minor Hotels employees always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their colleagues. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are:

• Processing all purchase requests submitted by Department / Outlets.
• Coordinating with Cost Controller to maintain optimal stock levels for efficient running of departments
• Maintaining regular communication with departments on deliveries and outstanding orders.
• Sourcing supplies and negotiating commercial terms.
• Liaising with suppliers and representatives to research new products
• Regularly compare the prices charged by hotel’s supplier with those of other vendor in the markets to ensure that the hotel can always buy at the best possible without jeopardizing quality.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent
• Luxury hospitality experience of 2-4 years in related field or Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role.
• An in-depth knowledge of the hotel, leisure, or service sector
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with hotel management software.
• Have a genuine passion for people and the industry

Additional Information

Relocate to remote area