Purchasing Coordinator

AccorHotel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to coordinate the procurement of goods and services. Responsibilities include obtaining bids, negotiating with suppliers, and maintaining accurate purchasing records. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the hospitality industry, and possess strong skills in vendor management and negotiation. This full-time role does not offer remote work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of purchasing experience preferably in a hospitality or luxury hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, inventory systems, and vendor management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the procurement of goods and services based on departmental requisitions.
• Obtain competitive bids, evaluate supplier proposals, and negotiate prices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases and supplier contracts.

Skills

Procurement processes

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

BirchStreet

SUN

Oracle

Job description

• Coordinate the procurement of goods and services based on departmental requisitions ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing.

• Obtain competitive bids evaluate supplier proposals and negotiate prices and terms in line with quality and budget expectations.

• Create and issue purchase orders in the hotels procurement system in compliance with policies and procedures.

• Follow up with suppliers to confirm delivery timelines resolve discrepancies and track order status.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases pricing supplier contracts and inventory levels.

• Collaborate with departments (Kitchen Housekeeping Engineering etc.) to understand and fulfill purchasing needs.

• Support month-end inventory processes and assist with stock control where required.

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with the hotels procurement policies and brand standards.

• Maintain strong professional relationships with existing suppliers while identifying new sources as needed.

• Assist in auditing supplier performance and resolving invoice or delivery issues with the Accounts Payable team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of purchasing experience preferably in a hospitality or luxury hotel environment

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes inventory systems and vendor management

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement software (e.g. BirchStreet SUN Oracle etc.)

• Excellent organizational communication and negotiation skills

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time