Purchasing Manager - Saudi Only

Application Deadline: 31 March 2025

Department: Finance & Procurement

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Saudi Arabia - Yanbu

DescriptionThe overall scope of this role is to coordinate and manage all operations of the Purchasing, Receiving and Storeroom Department.\n

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Key Responsibilities\nResponsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies & Procedures.

\n\nResponsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct.

\n\nResponsible for maintaining a good relationship with business partners.

\n\nResponsible for keeping up to date with latest trends and products.

\n\nResponsible for working together with the Chef in order to obtain the best products and prices available; reviewing market list and offers daily.

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\n\nResponsible for ensuring that competitive bidding is taking place and that business is awarded fairly and ethically.

\n\nResponsible for monitoring slow moving and dead stock as well as keeping the stock levels in accordance with operational needs.

\n\nResponsible for ensuring that all deliveries and issues are documented and processed correctly.

\n\nResponsible for ensuring that communication is taking place with all departments in regards to matters that would in any way affect the operation.

\n\nResponsible for ensuring that all areas are secure, organized and clean.

\n\nResponsible for supervising, training and motivating the Purchasing department staff.

\n\nResponsible for hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluations, scheduling, etc.

\n\nResponsible for performing any additional duties assigned by the controller and assisting in other areas of Finance as needed.

\n\nResponsible for communicating with Financial Controller on any discrepancies or other potential problems.

\n\nAdditional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel. 

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Skills, Knowledge and Expertise\nEDUCATION: High School/College education or equivalent experience


EXPERIENCE: To fill the position, one of the following is required:

2+ years as hotel purchasing manager
5+ years in diverse hotel purchasing roles
4+ years in purchasing managerial role


LANGUAGE: Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:

Local language – excellent oral and written skills
English – excellent oral and written skills (as applicable)
Additional language - beneficial


COMPETENCIES:
Ability to handle high volume with attention to detail
Ability to cope with changing priorities and multiple tasks at the same time
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times
Sound cost analysis and cost management skills
Works in a safe, prudent and organized manner

TECHNICAL
COMPETENCIES: Computer literacy adapted to the field of training:

Ability to operate computer and mechanical equipment
Proficiency in Excel and Word

Experience in respective computer software is a plus
Knowledge of food handling, quality control and local regulations


INDIVIDUAL
CHARACTERISTICS: To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:

People Oriented
Passionate for European luxury
Entrepreneurial
Straightforward
Leadership skills
Negotiation skills
Flexible and reliable
Energetic
Tolerant and open minded
Works well under pressure

OTHER SKILLS: Depending on region and property.

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