Purchasing Manager Saudi Only

About the Role

Luxury Collection is seeking a Purchasing Manager -Saudi Only to oversee all purchasing operations. This full-time role involves managing the ordering, receiving, storing, distributing, and payment processes for various items, while ensuring adherence to established procedures. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and maintain an approved vendors list across all categories.
• Generate and provide accurate and timely reports and presentations.
• Compile, code, categorize, calculate, tabulate, audit, and verify information or data.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety standards as per brand guidelines.
• Assist the Executive Chef with all aspects of purchasing (*, Food, Beverage, and Controllable items) to ensure quality and profitability.
• Order all food and beverage items based on business needs and assist in maintaining/lowering budgeted costs.
• Delegate and enforce first-in/first-out inventory rotation for all storeroom products.
• Implement proper safeguards for the security of food and beverage storeroom assets.
• Communicate with kitchen, restaurant management, and vendors to ensure timely deliveries.
• Check invoices against received goods to verify quantity, quality, weights, and purchase specifications.
• Utilize computer programs for daily and period-end food and beverage cost calculations.
• Maintain inventory controls for proper levels, dating, rotation, and requisitions.
• Complete administrative tasks, including C-7s, menu costing, and general office duties.
• Conduct period-end inventory according to Food and Beverage and Accounting standard operating procedures.
• Ensure price and product availability issues are communicated to the F&B Director and Executive Chef.
• Receive and inspect all deliveries and maintain accurate controllable logs and beverage perpetuals.
• Ensure accurate administration of all invoices and adherence to proper bookkeeping procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in a relevant purchasing role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.
• Proficiency in using computers and computer systems (hardware and software) for data entry and information processing.
• Ability to apply individual judgment to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
• Commitment to continuous technical learning and application of new knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others.
• Ability to advocate for sound financial/business decision-making and demonstrate honesty/integrity.
• Experience in addressing disciplinary situations and completing performance reviews.
• Capability to submit reports in a timely manner and ensure accurate documentation of profits and losses.
• Proven ability to achieve and exceed performance, budget, and team goals.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Knowledge of applicable taxes and ensuring their accurate collection and accrual.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates.
• Analytical skills to evaluate information and solve problems.
• Ability to work effectively with kitchen staff, vendors, and the Executive Chef.
• Experience in coordinating and implementing accounting work and projects.
• Familiarity with Federal and State laws applicable to operations procedures.
• Ability to review financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data.
• Experience in implementing property emergency plans and accident prevention programs.

Work Environment and Culture

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, offers a global portfolio of over 120 properties. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, valuing diverse backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment. This role is full-time and requires a professional who appreciates evocative storytelling and has a passion for destination heritage, aiming to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality.

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrate self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm.
• Manage group or interpersonal conflict effectively.
• Inform and update executives, peers, and subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.
• Present ideas, expectations, and information in a concise, organized manner.
• Utilize problem-solving methodology for decision-making and follow-up.
• Provide excellent customer service by being readily available and approachable for all customers and guests.
• Take proactive approaches when dealing with customer and guest concerns, extending professionalism and courtesy at all times.