Asst. Purchasing Manager

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

Hotel: Riyadh (RUHHA), King Saud Road, 3636

Job number: 124111


Searching for an opportunity that just adds up? We’re looking for Asst. Purchasing Manager with a strong enough grasp of the figures to balance managing hotel assets,.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Continuously keeps track of prices through market survey.
• Monitors vendor reliability, dependability and establishes contacts with perspective suppliers.
• Secures delivery of required market list items at reasonable prices and in keeping with the hotel’s quality standards.
• Completes market list ensuring best prices obtained from the vendors according to procedure and forward it to the Receiving Agent in coordination of Materials Manager.
• Provides constant and accurate feedback to the Materials Manager and the Chef of  market conditions,  product availability,  seasons and price trends.
• Obtain price quotations for all inventory items at re-order point.
• Notifies the Materials Manager of market trends,  of price increases that are greater  than 9.99% and of situations in which expected prices increases may justify purchases in excess of maximum inventory levels.
• Completes a purchase request for each vendor selected, assigns the purchase request and places the order in coordination of Materials Manager.
• Pay particularly attention to discrepancies between quoted and delivered prices noted by the Receiving Agent and obtains clarifications from suppliers.
• Carries out IHG Policy and Procedures.
• Obtain sponsorship from vendors for hotel events and promotions.
• Assures that Health and Safety procedures are strictly followed in the stores/ office.
• Performs special duties / projects as assigned by the Materials Manager.
• Translates operating forecasts into material requirement plans and thereby determines standard stock and reorder levels with Department Heads and Management.
• Identifies and develops reliable sources of supply & organizes adequate storage for all perpetual inventory items.

What We need from you:

Bachelor’s degree / higher educational qualification.

Administration and Management  -- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

 Production and Processing  -- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Mathematics  -- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Economics and Accounting  -- Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

Computers and Electronics  -- Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Customer and Personal Service  -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

 

What you can expect from us: 

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

IHG gives every member of the team  the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing

 framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

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