Cluster Purchasing Manager

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Dubai is seeking a Procurement Manager responsible for negotiating with suppliers and managing procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with at least 2 years of experience in procurement or a related field. Duties include supplier negotiation, inventory management, and contract preparation, aiming to achieve cost savings while ensuring quality. Join a diverse and inclusive team striving for excellence in service.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related professional area.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with suppliers and authorize purchase requisitions.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date information regarding inventory.
• Attend food tastings and evaluate vendors.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Vendor management

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Negotiates with suppliers and verifies and authorizes purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Advises other departments on purchasing procedures and maintains full and uptodate information regarding store inventory.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in procurement purchasing or related professional area.
• OR
• 2year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration Marketing Hotel and Restaurant Management or related major; 1 year experience in procurement purchasing or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Supplier and Vendor Relations

• Negotiates with selected suppliers and obtains quotations.
• Coordinates and arranges site visits with contractors and endusers for obtaining necessary quotations.
• Keeps close and frequent contact with suppliers to maintain uptodate market and product information
• Identifies and selects reliable and regular suppliers for daily food and beverage purchasing based on regular quotations.
• Attends and participates in food tasting panel for food and beverage evaluation and vendor selection.
• Prepares and negotiates contracts with selected suppliers
• Attends exhibitions/seminars for sourcing new suppliers and products with better priceperformance.
• Persuades suppliers to offer or extend rebate program.

Managing Procurement Activities

• Verifies and authorizes procurement orders
• Places orders and expedites deliveries
• Prepares tender invitations and executes tender openings for selected items and compares tenders for procurement decisions
• Sources alternative products with competitive prices while striving to maintain better or comparable quality standards and services.
• Prepares and submits monthly cost saving report to Director of Finance
• Explores opportunities for green procurement and actively participates in the recycling program.
• Provides suggestions to other departments to achieve cost savings while still fulfilling their requirements.

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to nondiscrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience:

Manager