Purchasing Manager

Mondrian Singapore Introduction

A breaker of boundaries, the hotel is ideally placed between the mavericks of Chinatown and the makers of the CBD. Today, Duxton Hill is Singapore’s most up-and-coming neighbourhood, featuring barista cafes, world-class eateries and bars, art galleries and independent boutiques. Now Mondrian arrives at the top of that hill.

What do we expect from you?

Under the general guidance of Director of Finance or any other authorized by the management, to ensure that a coordinated approach is taken in all aspects of procurement to ensure value for money is achieved in a cost effective and efficient way in accordance to the Company policy and procedures.

How your day looks like?

• Assist in the introduction of new systems and techniques to generate efficiencies and improved ways of working
• Cooperate in the development, implementation, and monitoring the procurement strategy to ensure efficiency, cost control and transparency. 
• Develop and implement Procurement’s policy and processes to ensure operational and financial requirements are supported
• Manage, administer and coordinate procurement to ensure compliance with the established standards
• Take an active role in planning and assisting in the delivery of the efficiency targets required for the Hotel
• Develop a robust register of contracts in order to maximize cost efficiencies
• Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.
• Ensures quality of procured items and addresses issues when they arise.
• Monitor and evaluate vendors based on quality, service and price through purchasing specifications.
• Develop and implement innovative methods of procurement in order to continually improve the business process
• Assist the Director of Finance in providing management information and performance measurement in all aspects of procurement in order to track costs and results
• Control process of receiving and store management.
• To perform other duties that management may from time to time reasonably require.

How do I deliver this?

• Tell it like it is- Authentic, honest, you mean it, sincere, true.

• Have fun and make friends - fun, energetic, whimsical, upbeat, “wink", casual.

• I've got your back- Accountable, responsible, makes up for own promises, knows how to take ownership, follows - thru, dependable.

• Play to win - Original, cutting edge, new, "outside the box”; open to new possibilities, different.

• Right here, right now - Attentive, detail-oriented, always focused, always in the moment, precise, owns the guest.

• Proven track record of cost savings and process improvements
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proficient in purchasing software and Microsoft Office applications