Purchasing Manager📣 Job Ad

About the Role:
We are looking to hire a competent Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement activities across various categories of spend, ensure better deals, and collaborate with profitable suppliers. Our client is a renowned mining group based in Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement purchasing and contract management policies.
• Track and report on key functional metrics to reduce expenses.
• Craft negotiation strategies to secure optimal supplier deals.
• Manage daily purchasing activities and supervise the team.
• Ensure all procured items meet quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct risk assessments and vendor evaluations.
• Administer the bidding process and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Enhance purchasing methods and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and forecast demand levels.

Skills and Requirements:

• BS degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Agent, or in a similar role.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Leadership capabilities and ability to work independently.
• Effective time management skills.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks as needed.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies management.

Join our team as a Purchasing Manager at DoubleTree By Hilton Madinah Gate! As a Purchasing Manager, you will play a vital role in the procurement process, collaborating with suppliers to negotiate contracts, purchase essential goods, and meticulously manage transaction records, trends, and vendor performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain competitive quotations for hotel requirements.
• Manage local supplier information and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with Hilton’s quality procedures and purchasing standards.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager to draft annual budgets.
• Maintain record-keeping for budgets and commitments.
• Supervise stores operations and uphold health and safety protocols.
• Monitor purchasing activities including contracts and supplier performance.
• Prepare accurate month-end account reports.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience in purchasing/procurement.
• Strong financial background and budget management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

It would be advantageous to possess experience in the hotel or leisure sector and a relevant degree in Finance/Accounting or a related field.

About Hilton: Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, dedicated to providing exceptional experiences and value for our guests across our portfolio of brands. Your contribution will be vital in enhancing our commitment to excellence in service.

About the Role:
A knowledgeable Accounting Manager is sought to supervise, track, and evaluate day-to-day activities within the accounting department. The Accounting Manager will drive team performance and maximize individual contributions effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and oversee overall accounting strategy.
• Oversee daily accounting operations.
• Coordinate, perform, and complete annual audits.
• Manage company's financial accounts, payrolls, budget, cash receipts, and financial assets.
• Develop and implement systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting information.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and regularly produce financial reports or statements.
• Establish and adhere to proper accounting methods, policies, and principles.
• Prepare and present KPIs to stakeholders.
• Encourage adherence to standards among employees.
• Recruit, train, and hire new employees.
• Provide improvement recommendations.
• Enhance systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions.
• Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BS degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Proven experience as an Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor, or Finance Manager.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards, practices, laws, and regulations.
• Proficient in tax preparation software and databases.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced data management and analysis skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and supervisory skills.
• High attention to detail and passion for accuracy.
• Advanced skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases.
• Strong leadership capabilities with ability to supervise effectively.
• Highly motivated with independent functioning and multi-tasking ability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• A sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on the company's success.