Purchase Associate

Company Description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!​

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.​

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.​

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!​

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.​

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,​
Join us and become a Heartist®.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Purchase Associate to join our team at Grand Mercure Mysore, India. As a Purchase Associate, you will play a crucial role in our procurement process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services for our organization.

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to purchase order creation and vendor payment
• Analyze market trends, conduct price comparisons, and negotiate with vendors to secure optimal pricing and terms
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their purchasing needs and provide solutions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases, contracts, and vendor information in our procurement software
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate purchase orders to maintain adequate stock
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of new vendors based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations in all purchasing activities
• Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, and vendor performance
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency of the procurement function

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience in purchasing or procurement
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in vendor management and contract negotiations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
• Solid understanding of supply chain management principles
• Knowledge of market trends and pricing strategies
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Professional certification in purchasing or supply management (e.g., CPSM, CPM) preferred