Director of Purchasing

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where the intimate equally coexists with the infinite – an unrivaled portfolio of more than 90 extraordinary hotels where grand moments of life, heartfelt pleasures and personal milestones are celebrated and remembered long after any visit. Since 1907, Fairmont has created magnificent, meaningful and unforgettable hotels, rich with character and deeply connected to the history, culture and community of its destinations – places such as The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai, and Fairmont The Palm in Dubai. Famous for its engaging service, awe-inspiring public spaces, locally inspired cuisine, and iconic bars and lounges, Fairmont also takes great pride in its pioneering approach to hospitality and leadership in sustainability and responsible tourism practices. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,400 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.   

• Research and development of new products and services for the Hotel.
• Establish contracts to ensure reduced pricing for all operating areas of the hotel.
• Monitor vendors for quality, service and price through standard purchasing specifications.
• Implement sound purchasing policies, systems and procedures in accordance with Company policies.
• Ensure the efficient operation of the Purchasing Department in all aspects.
• Assist with Operating Capital Expenditures.
• Establish Rebate Programs for the Hotel.
• Assist with ensuring compliance to National Contracts and Corporate Standards.
• Work closely with Corporate Purchasing, Finance and other Regional Offices.
• Interact professionally with individuals outside the hotel, such as suppliers, contractors and competitors.
• Negotiate food prices, place daily orders based on requirements, and ensure prompt delivery as requested.
• Review bid proposals from vendors and enter into contracts within budgetary limitations.
• Place weekly liquor, beer, and wine orders as required.
• Generate purchase orders on approved requisitions prior to placing orders.
• Assist in monthly count and extension of food and beverage inventories and the quarterly counts of operating equipment.
• Ensure sufficient operating supplies are in stock, and coordinate orders with each department.
• Continuous monitoring of products to ensure product quality, and or proper weight and amount.
• Maintain up to date summary of current prices on food, beverage and inventory stock.
• Prepare daily receiving reports for AP. Work with receivers and accounts payable personnel to maintain accurate records of goods.
• Produce a daily food and beverage cost report to be distributed to the Controller, F&B Director and Executive Chef.
• Assist Chefs to ensure that specifications of products are consistent and accurate
• Develop a working knowledge of all procedures & operations as detailed in the Finance Policy Manual and Audit lists to ensure the compliance of these procedures.
• Operate in compliance with all Local  and Federal laws and government regulations. 

Qualifications:

• Previous management experience in Hotel Purchasing is preferably
• Strong administration, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and changes with flexibility, timeliness and efficiency
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and computer skills
• Strong organizational, administrative and time management skills, the ability to be flexible with hours, days off, assignments and additional duties
• Excels in a fast paced and challenging team-oriented environment
• Solid knowledge of Purchasing procedures.

Other Responsibilities

• Be aware of the hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures

• Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management

• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times

• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skill, effort or working condition associates with the position. It is only indicative & intended to provide a description of the principle elements essential for the performance of the job. All job descriptions are subject to change.