Purchasing and Receiving Manager

Embrace your passion for hiking, skiing, snowboarding and many other outdoor activities in Banff National Park while pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Take a risk, make a change and experience a new adventure while further developing your career. To live and work in a National Park is a once in a lifetime opportunity.  Our team is a network of empowered individuals with a strong sense of themselves and the hospitality industry. Work hard, play hard and receive extraordinary benefits including subsidized onsite accommodations, which make saving money very easy to manage. Join our Fairmont family today!

Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is a place of timeless elegance, where nature and luxury meet. Our financial and operational success depends on dedicated professionals who live our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Empowerment.

As Purchasing & Receiving Manager, you will oversee all procurement and receiving activities for the Chateau, ensuring goods and services are sourced responsibly, delivered on time, and uphold Fairmont’s renowned standards of quality and sustainability. You will lead a motivated team in managing complex logistics that support a multi-outlet luxury resort operation in a remote mountain location.

Summary of Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Business Support, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Purchasing & Procurement

• Manage and oversee all purchasing functions for the resort, ensuring compliance with Fairmont and Accor procurement standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors while developing local supplier partnerships that support the Banff community and sustainability goals.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective purchasing and operational efficiency.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions, ensuring adherence to budget and business requirements.
• Collaborate with department heads to forecast purchasing needs based on seasonal business levels and operational priorities.

Receiving & Logistics

• Oversee receiving operations to ensure goods meet quality, quantity, and specification standards.
• Coordinate deliveries to the resort’s remote location, maintaining efficiency and cost control.
• Ensure all storerooms and receiving areas are clean, organized, and compliant with Fairmont health and safety standards.
• Support Culinary, Stewarding, and Engineering teams in managing storage, rotation, and distribution of products.

Inventory Control

• Implement and maintain effective inventory management systems for all storerooms and departments.
• Conduct monthly and year-end physical inventories, reconciling with system reports and investigating variances.
• Collaborate with the Finance team on month-end accruals, stock valuations, and reporting.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

• Monitor purchasing metrics, supplier performance, and cost trends to support financial planning.
• Maintain comprehensive records and documentation in accordance with audit and internal control standards.
• Support the Director of Finance with reporting and analysis related to procurement and inventory performance.

Leadership & Colleague Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a skilled Purchasing & Receiving team to deliver operational excellence.
• Foster a positive and collaborative workplace that reflects the Fairmont service culture.
• Conduct performance reviews, identify growth opportunities, and encourage continuous professional development.

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing or materials management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or resort environment.
• Experience managing logistics in a remote or mountain resort setting considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency with procurement systems such as BirchStreet, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Strong leadership presence with a proactive, hands-on management style.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and relevant Alberta regulatory standards preferred.

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized Staff Accommodation 
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Apply Today: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.lakelouisejobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: CLL.Careers@Fairmont.com

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

At Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.