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Purchasing Supervisor

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Hotel Brand: Kimpton
Location: Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

Hotel: KAFD Riyadh (RUHKA), King Abdullah Financial District

Job number: 139291

About Us

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the original boutique hotel company, which pioneered the concept of unique, distinctive, design-forward hotels in the San Francisco, California before expanding worldwide. Anchored in one-of-a-kind experiences, Kimpton spaces and experiences centre on our guests, offering inspiring design that evokes curiosity to forward thinking flavours that feed the soul. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered, so that guest experiences remain meaningful, unscripted and ridiculously personal. 

Our mission is to be the best-loved hotel and restaurant company through the common belief that heartfelt connections make people’s lives better. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create ‘ridiculously personal’ experiences for each other and our guests. 

We're looking for passionate, high-spirted individuals to join the pre-opening team at Kimpton Riyadh, the very first Kimpton hotel in the Middle Each. The ideal Kimpton team member has an inclusive spirit who embraces individuality and can cultivate a work environment that’s a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional.

Our hotel is only as good as the people it employs so if you’re passionate, focused and driven, live for making every guest’s experience ‘ridiculously personal’ and creating unforgettable moments, then we invite you to join the Kimpton tribe.

 

About Kimpton Riyadh

Located in King Abdullah Financial District which is set in the heart of the Saudi capital, 22-kilometers away from the airport, Kimpton Riyadh is the first Kimpton in the Middle East bringing the brand’s playful energy, infectious personality, and unique design style to this LEED certified landmark development home to 1.6 million square meters of state-of-the-art office space, world-class venues and iconic luxury residences. The hotel welcome guests to experience its 212 guest rooms and suites and to enjoy its unique dining options.

A Purchasing Supervisor plays a crucial role in managing the procurement of goods and services needed for the hotel's operations. Here are the typical day-to-day activities for this position:

Day-to-Day Activities of a Purchasing Supervisor

  1. Managing Purchase Orders:
    • Reviewing and processing purchase requisitions and orders for supplies and equipment.
    • Ensuring that all purchase orders are accurate and comply with hotel policies.
  2. Supplier Relations:
    • Communicating with suppliers to negotiate terms, prices, and delivery schedules.
    • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
  3. Inventory Management:
    • Monitoring inventory levels to ensure that the hotel has the necessary supplies without overstocking.
    • Coordinating with the inventory team to track and manage stock levels.
  4. Market Research:
    • Conducting market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate their products and services.
    • Staying updated on market trends and pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
  5. Quality Assurance:
    • Ensuring that all purchased goods meet the hotel's quality standards.
    • Addressing any issues with suppliers regarding the quality of delivered goods.
  6. Budget Management:
    • Managing the purchasing budget and ensuring cost-effective procurement.
    • Preparing and analyzing reports on purchasing activities and expenditures.
  7. Compliance and Documentation:
    • Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and hotel policies.
    • Maintaining accurate records of all purchasing activities, including contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
  8. Team Coordination:
    • Coordinating with other departments to understand their procurement needs and priorities.
    • Supervising and training purchasing staff to ensure efficient operations.

Skills and Qualities Needed

  1. Strong Negotiation Skills:
    • Ability to negotiate favorable terms and prices with suppliers.
  2. Organizational Skills:
    • Managing multiple tasks and maintaining detailed records efficiently.
  3. Attention to Detail:
    • Ensuring accuracy in purchase orders and inventory management.
  4. Analytical Skills:
    • Analyzing market trends and supplier performance to make informed decisions.
  5. Communication Skills:
    • Communicating effectively with suppliers, team members, and other departments.

 

What we need from you

Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree, higher education qualification or equivalent in Hotel Administration / Business Administration 

• Two to Three years’ prior tenure in a similar role

• International luxury hotel chain background

• GCC exposure

• English Fluency is required 

• Arabic Fluency is preferred

 

Teamwork and Flexibility

In addition to the tasks outlined above, all team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a collaborative spirit. This may involve taking on additional responsibilities as needed, especially during periods of high occupancy or in emergency situations. Your willingness to assist colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the hotel is essential in maintaining our high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

What we offer

We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and benefits.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit www.careers.ihg.com to find out more about us.

So go on - show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guests.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

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