Cluster Purchasing manager

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Al Khobar seeks a Purchasing Manager responsible for managing purchasing strategies and supplier relationships. The role demands excellent negotiation and analytical skills, along with strong leadership abilities to guide the purchasing team. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record in cost savings and process improvements. The position offers opportunities to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of cost savings and process improvements.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the hotel's purchasing strategy.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices.
• Manage relationships with existing suppliers for quality assurance.
• Conduct market research for cost savings and improvements.
• Collaborate with department heads for purchasing needs.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze and report on purchasing performance.
• Develop and manage the purchasing budget.
• Lead and develop the purchasing team.

Skills

Cost savings and process improvements

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Ability to prioritize tasks

Tools

Purchasing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the hotel's purchasing strategy to ensure best value and quality
• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices as necessary
• Manage and maintain relationships with existing suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods and services
• Conduct market research and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Collaborate with department heads to identify purchasing needs and develop specifications for goods and services
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze and report on purchasing performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions
• Develop and manage the purchasing budget, ensuring alignment with the hotel's business objectives
• Lead and develop the purchasing team, providing guidance, training, and support as necessary

Qualifications

• Proven track record of cost savings and process improvements
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficient in purchasing software and Microsoft Office applications