Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Application Deadline: 21 June 2024

Department: Finance & Procurement

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Ghana - Accra

Description
The overall scope of this role is to coordinate and manage all operations of the Purchasing, Receiving and Storeroom Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies & Procedures.
• Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.
• Responsible for maintaining a good relationship with business partners.
• Responsible for keeping up to date with latest trends and products.
• Responsible for working together with the Chef in order to obtain the best products and prices available; reviewing market list and offers daily.
• Responsible for ensuring that competitive bidding is taking place and that business is awarded fairly and ethically.
• Responsible for monitoring slow moving and dead stock as well as keeping the stock levels in accordance with operational needs.
• Responsible for ensuring that all deliveries and issues are documented and processed correctly.
• Responsible for ensuring that communication is taking place with all departments in regards to matters that would in any way affect the operation.
• Responsible for ensuring that all areas are secure, organized and clean.
• Responsible for supervising, training and motivating the Purchasing department staff.
• Responsible for hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluations, scheduling, etc.
• Responsible for performing any additional duties assigned by the controller and assisting in other areas of Finance as needed.
• Responsible for communicating with Financial Controller on any discrepancies or other potential problems.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 2+ years as hotel purchasing manager
• 5+ years in diverse hotel purchasing roles
• 4+ years in purchasing managerial role
• Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment
• Additional language - beneficial
• Ability to handle high volume with attention to detail
• Ability to cope with changing priorities and multiple tasks at the same time
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
• Sound cost analysis and cost management skills
• Works in a safe, prudent and organized manner
• Ability to operate computer and mechanical equipment
• Proficiency in Excel and Word
• Experience in respective computer software is a plus
• Knowledge of food handling, quality control and local regulations

Notice
We would like to formally notify that Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City does not request or impose any fees or charges from prospective candidates for the consideration of their candidacy or at any stage of the recruitment process. It is imperative for individuals seeking employment with us to exercise caution and refrain from placing trust in any agency or individual who claims to represent us and demands fees for facilitating or securing employment opportunities. Your understanding and cooperation in this matter are greatly appreciated. Thank you.
About Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City - Accra

The Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City - Accra is the only five-star luxury hotel offering state-of-the-art meeting facilities and services in the city. Conveniently located in the downtown area and in close proximity to the State House, the Accra International Conference Centre, and the National Theatre. The property has 269 luxury rooms (largest room size in Accra), 24 suites, a variety of F&B offerings as well as large conference facilities. Our latest addition is the Resense Spa, the largest SPA in West Africa, and the most exclusive luxury hotel spa in Accra. The 3,000 sqm wellness and fitness facilities cover three floors and include an authentic hammam, separate male and female wellness areas with saunas, steam room and whirlpool baths, and ten treatment rooms, including two couple suites, fitness and beauty facilities, and a cosy relaxation lounge. We offer a perfect mix of categories to meet the needs of both corporate and conference visitors to the country.