Assistant Purchasing Manager

Swissotel Sharm El Sheikh All-Inclusive Collection resort offers an unforgettable vacation for its guests with a sense of luxury service nested with nature, with a wide range of accommodation types, from rooms and suites featuring contemporary designs, including a unique side for adults.

All this in the peaceful surroundings of beautiful gardens, swimming pools, magnificent landscapes, a wide variety of à la carte restaurants, and particular spa services. Esteemed guests are welcome to relax and unwind in a quiet and elegant setting in the resort and enjoy a genuine experience of leisure, pleasure, and successful meetings.

Join our motivated and vibrant team and build your career with us.

1. To assist the purchasing manager in purchasing all items for operational needs.
2. Knows the market and seeks constant information about changes (prices, products available, etc.)
3. Knows all importing procedures, purchasing dispositions, and receiving procedures.
4. Has to purchase the best quality of goods available (according to the management) at the best price possible. If necessary, he/she involves the relevant department head in negotiations with suppliers.
5. Compares quality and prices permanently between the suppliers.
6. Keep the filing cabinet with all information, such as supplier, price, quantity, etc., constantly updated.
7. Places only orders where there is a duly signed purchase request with internal authorizations.
8. Is responsible for getting at least three (3) quotations on each purchase request.
9. Takes advice from the department heads in regard to quality and quantity.
10. Samples of goods he/she has to pass to the involved departments.
11. Works closely together with the storekeeper and ensures store space for delivered goods and dispositions of goods.
12. Keeps the purchasing manager informed about all happenings in the market.
13. Is responsible that needed goods are delivered in time.
14. Is not allowed to take any commissions, personal advantages, or gifts offered by any supplier.
15. Submits ideas, alternatives, and new products to the management according to the company policy.
16. Well aware of fire, life, health & safety policies, procedures, and regulations as they are related to materials management and thorough with local legal compliances.

1. Bachelor's degree in administration, finance, or a related field.
2. Good command of the English language is a must.
3. Experience in hospitality and the local market of Sharm El Sheikh in a 5-star hotel is a must.
4. Able to work on numerous tasks/projects at one time.
5. Highly motivated individual able to grasp new ideas and learn quickly.
6. Has the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and align activities to meet company goals.
7. Knowledge of MS Office systems.
8. Demonstrates organizational skills and high attention to detail.
9. A high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of employees.
10. Proven team working skills and able to work effectively and contribute in a team.