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About the Role

Hyatt Place Al Ula seeks to add a Pre-Opening Purchasing Agent to its team. This role plays a key part in supporting the successful launch of the new hotel, which will feature 215 guest rooms, two food and beverage outlets, meeting spaces, a swimming pool, and a fitness center. As a Pre-Opening Purchasing Agent, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient sourcing and coordination of all operational requirements during the critical pre-opening phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sourcing and purchasing process for all necessary operational supplies and equipment for the hotel.
• Effective coordination with suppliers, and meticulous follow-up on quotations, purchase orders, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate and organized purchasing records, including tracking sheets and essential documentation.
• Assist in the comparative analysis of quotations and preparation of comprehensive purchasing summaries.
• Monitor the status of all orders and ensure timely coordination of deliveries to meet project timelines.
• Communicate clearly with various internal departments regarding their specific purchasing requests.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to the broader purchasing team as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related administrative role.
• Proven strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-up abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to reporting accuracy.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite, with a particular focus on Excel.
• Fluency in English for effective communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively, even remotely if necessary.
• Experience in hotel pre-opening projects is a significant added advantage.

Core Skills

• Procurement
• Purchasing
• Administration
• Organizational Skills
• Coordination Skills
• Communication
• Follow-up
• Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel)
• Hotel Pre-opening Projects

Additional Job Information

This is a full-time position requiring 0-1 year of experience. The work location is Al Ula, Saudi Arabia.