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Join Sofitel as a Hostess!
At Sofitel, we welcome you as you are. Become part of a globally recognized hospitality leader where every day presents new opportunities for learning and growth. We believe in personalized service and strive to make every guest’s stay memorable.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide a friendly and personalized welcome for guests.
• Offer attentive service, adapting to any special needs guests may have.
• Maintain positive relationships with guests, offering advice and ensuring follow-up on their feedback.
• Prepare welcome desk and manage seating allocations and reservations.
• Ensure the restaurant is clean and well-organized before and after operations.
• Stay informed about menu items and their availability before each shift.
• Maintain the equipment in good condition.

Qualifications:

• Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Guest-oriented with a service-minded attitude.
• Sales acumen and a dynamic personality.
• Excellent presentation skills with a thorough, organized approach.
• Creative thinking to enhance guest experiences.

Put your best foot forward with your application!

A host/hostess is required to work in a high-end restaurant, enjoying a stylish appearance, excellent communication skills, and experience in customer service. Responsible for welcoming guests with a smile and greeting them, guiding them to their tables, managing waiting lists, and ensuring their comfort throughout their stay in the restaurant. Main tasks include: • Welcoming guests and organizing reservations • Coordinating work with the service staff and restaurant management • Dealing with complaints and comments in a professional manner • Maintaining cleanliness and order in the reception area • Monitoring table availability and managing wait times • Assisting in providing menu recommendations when needed.

About the Job:
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented IT Procurement Manager to manage the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of IT-related products and services. This role is crucial in ensuring the organization’s technology infrastructure is equipped, efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with strategic business goals. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of IT hardware, software, licensing, and services procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT products and services, ensuring alignment with business and technology goals.
• Source and manage vendor relationships for IT hardware (servers, networking, user devices), software (SaaS, on-prem licenses), cloud services, telecom, and professional services.
• Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and service level agreements (SLAs) with IT vendors and service providers.
• Collaborate with the IT department to forecast technology needs and plan procurement budgets accordingly.
• Ensure compliance with licensing agreements and organizational procurement policies.
• Evaluate vendor performance regularly to ensure adherence to contractual terms, delivery timelines, and service quality.
• Analyze procurement data and provide reports on cost savings, budget performance, and supplier performance metrics.
• Keep up to date with trends in the IT industry, including innovations, pricing, and emerging vendors.
• Assist in IT asset management, including lifecycle planning, renewals, and disposal processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in IT procurement or technology sourcing within a mid to large-sized organization.
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud services, software licensing models, and vendor ecosystems.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts and managing vendor performance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP systems.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic sourcing and cost optimization
• Vendor management and negotiation
• Risk management and compliance
• IT asset and lifecycle management
• Strong business and technical acumen