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The Director of Purchasing plays a pivotal role in the successful launch of our resort, leading the strategic sourcing and procurement of all goods and services. This role ensures every department is seamlessly supported with the resources needed to deliver an exceptional guest experience from day one. From building supplier partnerships to maintaining optimal inventory, the Director of Purchasing is key to keeping our operation running smoothly behind the scenes.
Job Responsibility
Be part of the pre-opening team
Ensure all local and corporate policies, rules, internal controls and procedures, and safeguards as they relate to the Purchasing Department are complied with
Ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel-specific purchasing contracts and conduct, manage and complete competitive bids in accordance with policy and ensure bids are on file were applicable prior to execution of contracts
Monitor the status of slow-moving stocks and ensure a Slow-Moving Stocks Report is circulated monthly to the Director of Finance and the respective Division Heads concerned
Ensure that all purchase order requests are properly documented and accounted for, completed, and approved before a purchase order is prepared and the items are purchased
Establish and maintain par stocks on all inventoried items, keeping in mind that inventory levels must be kept as low as possible without compromising the efficiency of the Resort
Coordinate purchases related to capital projects with the corporate Purchasing Department as well as outside contractors
Conduct frequent quality control audits to ensure staff is properly trained and following established procedures
Assist the Director of Finance and/or Assistant DOF in preparing forecasts and budgets as required locally, by the corporate office or Management Agreement
Coordinate and participate as necessary in all month-end, quarterly or annual inventories of food, beverage, operating equipment, and supplies
Familiar with hygiene standards and perform hygiene audits as required
Monitor daily costs and prepare or review a daily and month-to-date Food & Beverage Cost Report
Requirements
Pre-opening experience, project, and stakeholder management
Minimum two years experience as Resort Strategy Procurement Manager
Basic knowledge of customs clearance of merchandise from abroad
Understanding of high-end luxury Resort products
Demonstrate adaptability to live in a remote location
Strong research knowledge and background
Demonstrate flexibility to travel to get the best quality of Hotel and Restaurant products
Excellent use of the English language
What we offer
Lucrative salary
Market-leading benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with employer matching all starting at 30 days
Time off plans starting on the day of hire
An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment
Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world
Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company
Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace