Purchasing Manager

Position Level: Department Head
Reports to: Director of Finance

Our client is a five-star luxury resort in Oman. As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for strategising to find cost-effective deals and suppliers and to discover the best ways to cut procurement expenses so that the company can invest in growth and people. 

Requirements:

• Preferably candidates with five-star resort experience or similar upscale establishments in the Middle East region.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement software and systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Cross-cultural work environment exposure.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement of goods, services, and supplies required by the hotel.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate favourable terms, and assess vendor performance.
• Ensure the confidentiality of any financial reporting and regulations, including but not limited to Financial Report, cost, consumption and purchasing information etc. 
• Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their offerings, and select the most suitable vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and responsiveness, and address any issues.
• Create and oversee the purchasing department budget, optimizing procurement strategies.
• Analyse cost data, market trends, and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Efficiently manage inventory levels, ensuring an adequate supply while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory.
• Implement inventory control best practices to reduce carrying costs.
• Ensure that all purchasing activities adhere to legal and ethical standards.
• Oversee quality assurance and inspections to maintain the high standards expected in a 5-star hotel.
• Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts and agreements.
• Prepare regular reports and analyze purchasing activities, cost savings, and vendor performance.
• Provide data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions.