Purchasing Intern - Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor (Season 2027)

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Islas Baleares; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Accommodation

Complimentary Dry Cleaning

Complimentary Employee Meals

Discounts at hotel restaurants

Discounts on local services

Shared accommodation option

Mental Health Support

Training and Development

Job summary

Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor is seeking a Purchasing Intern to support daily procurement operations and supplier communications in a luxury hospitality setting. You will learn cost control, supply management, and ensure accuracy across purchasing activities under the Purchasing Manager’s guidance.

The role emphasizes hands‑on experience, training opportunities, and the chance to contribute to operational excellence while developing professional skills in a high‑end resort

Qualifications

• Student currently pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Legal right to work in Spain.
• Proactive and team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate supplier records.
• Support inventory checks and storage organization of goods.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders and deliveries.
• Track invoices and payments through the procurement system.
• Participate in cost comparison and product research for ongoing needs.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure timely delivery of supplies.
• Maintain purchasing documentation and files.
• Learn and apply Four Seasons standards of service, integrity, and operational excellence.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Hospitality degree

Business/Management degree

Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor. Perched on the spectacular Formentor Peninsula, surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea and the breathtaking landscapes of Mallorca, Four Seasons Resort Mallorca at Formentor is a truly extraordinary place to work. Originally opened in 1929, this iconic retreat has been reimagined following an extensive restoration, reopening in August 2024 as Four Seasons' first resort in Mallorca. Set within a vast private estate, the Resort combines its rich heritage and poetic charm with contemporary luxury and the warm, authentic spirit of Spanish hospitality. Here, nature, history and exceptional service come together to create an inspiring environment for both our guests and our people. Join our team and become part of the story of Formentor - a place where careers are shaped by meaningful experiences, genuine connections and the opportunity to deliver the exceptional, every day.

About the role

The Purchasing Intern supports the Purchasing Department in the daily coordination of procurement operations, assisting with order management, supplier communication, and inventory organization. This internship provides hands‑on experience in supply chain processes and vendor relations within a luxury hospitality environment. Working closely with the Purchasing Manager, you will learn about cost control procedures, supply management, and the importance of maintaining operational efficiency and accuracy across all purchasing activities.

What you will do

• Assist in processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate supplier records.
• Support with inventory checks, deliveries, and the storage organization of goods.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery times, and compliance with quality standards.
• Help track invoices and payments through the hotel's procurement system.
• Participate in cost comparison and product research for ongoing operational needs.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of supplies.
• Contribute to the review and maintenance of purchasing documentation and files.
• Learn and apply Four Seasons standards of service, integrity, and operational excellence.

What you bring

• Education: Student currently pursuing a degree in Hospitality, Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Passion: Genuine enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and a desire to learn about purchasing and supply management.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Spanish.
• Organization: Ability to work efficiently under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and maintain high standards of service.
• Attention to detail: Strong accuracy and precision when handling documentation, supplier data, and inventory information.
• Technical skills: Good computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher).
• Collaboration: Proactive and team-oriented mindset with the ability to work both independently and cooperatively with multiple departments and external partners.
• Professionalism: Positive attitude, reliability, adaptability, a strong sense of responsibility and a proactive work attitude.
• Legal right to work in Spain.

Degree

Currently studying Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Hospitality, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Languages

Fluency in spoken and written Spanish or English.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities.
• Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms.
• Complimentary Employee Meals.
• Discounts at our hotel restaurants.
• Discounts on local services.
• Possibility of shared accommodation (at a reduced cost) and free transportation to work.
• Mental Health Support: 24/7 access to professional and confidential psychological assistance.

Schedule & Hours:

Seasonal contract, full Time, 40 hours per week, with consecutive and rotating shifts (including early mornings, days, evenings and weekends).