Assistant Director of Material

Sofitel; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor is seeking a senior procurement professional to lead strategy, supplier negotiations, and cost control for luxury hospitality operations in Saudi Arabia. You will coordinate with F&B, housekeeping, and engineering to ensure uninterrupted service and optimal stock levels.

Responsibilities include driving procurement innovations, overseeing supplier relationships, and leading RFP processes for major purchases while ensuring compliance with local regulations and ethical sourcing standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in the hospitality industry, preferably with luxury or international hotel brands.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory management, and contract administration.
• Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of local procurement regulations and ethical sourcing standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the hotel's operational and financial objectives.
• Oversee the purchasing of food, beverages, operating supplies, equipment, furniture, fixtures, and services.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and service agreements to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods and services to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with department heads to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and overstocking.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Lead tendering and request-for-proposal (RFP) processes for major purchases and capital projects.

Skills

Procurement strategies

Inventory management

Contract administration

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Vendor management

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the hotel's operational and financial objectives.
• Oversee the purchasing of food, beverages, operating supplies, equipment, furniture, fixtures, and services.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and service agreements to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods and services to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with department heads to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and overstocking.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Conduct regular market analysis to identify new products, suppliers, and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, and local legal requirements.
• Implement and maintain procurement systems, purchasing controls, and approval processes.
• Monitor supplier performance through regular evaluations and corrective action plans where necessary.
• Lead tendering and request‑for‑proposal (RFP) processes for major purchases and capital projects.
• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and key performance metrics for senior management.
• Work closely with Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, Rooms Division, and other departments to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing and receiving teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in the hospitality industry, preferably with luxury or international hotel brands.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory management, and contract administration.
• Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of local procurement regulations and ethical sourcing standards.

Additional Information

experience is an asset

Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus