Purchasing Manager

Discover the essence of Maui at Fairmont Kea Lani, Hawai‘i’s only all-suite and villa luxury resort.  Nestled on the pristine white sands of Wailea’s Polo Beach, this award-winning oceanfront paradise defines quintessential Hawaiian luxury with a state-of-the-art spa, island inspired cuisine and authentic cultural experiences. 

From full-moon staff hikes and beach clean-ups to appreciation luncheons and birthday holidays, our team provides endless opportunities to learn and grow in both your personal and professional development. Live and work in a place you love!

What is in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Basic insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and matching program
• One complimentary meal for all employees who work more than 6 hours per day
• Food & Beverage discount at Fairmont Kea Lani (venue specific and discount may vary)
• Wellness Offerings
• Exclusive employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

As our Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for the functional administration, guidance and development of the Purchasing & Receiving Department.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000/yr

What you will be doing: 

• Administration, guidance, development and control over all purchasing, receiving and storeroom related activities of the hotel.
• In charge of the day-to-day operations of the storeroom department including scheduling and payroll approvals.
• Recruiting, development, evaluation and motivation of the storeroom team.
• Serving as the property champion in Birch Street.
• Sourcing all required inventory.
• Ensuring all Food and Beverage products required by operating departments are ordered, received and in stock as required, including Banquet Event Orders.
• Working with the Food & Beverage department to ensure slow moving products are depleted.
• Control PAR inventory to ensure adequate stock and minimize waste.
• Staying on top of any product recalls.
• Maintain a secure environment for the purchasing area.
• Hold monthly storeroom department meetings and participate in weekly F&B meetings and monthly finance meetings.
• Foster and build relationships with vendors and internal departments.
• Follow Entregra guidelines and policies.
• Invoice clarifications and approvals via Cora portal.
• Ensure compliance with Board of Health, EHC and Fire Safety Inspections/Audits.
• Organizing monthly count of Central Storeroom inventories and preparation of the monthly journal.
• Maintaining count sheets and accurate, up-to-date pricing on all inventory sheets.
• Maintain atmosphere of aloha spirit by providing engaging, personalized, timely, and efficient service to our discerning guests.
• Focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Promote and enforce health and safety awareness.
• Have a complete understanding of the emergency procedures in order to stock the hotel appropriately.
• Follow hotel and departmental policies, procedures and service standards.  Create and maintain department specific policies, procedures and service standards.  Follow NCA Policies and Procedures to be in compliance with Finance Audits.

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language.
• Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Must be service oriented and capable of communicating effectively with persons involved in all levels of authority, both internally and externally.
• Must possess computer skills, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail functions.
• Must possess excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory control processes and sustainability trends.
• Strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Passion for sustainability, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility.
• Knowledge of procurement software.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of combined experience in purchasing and in a supervisory role

Licenses or Certificates          

• TB Clearance
• Food Safety Certification

All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Join our ‘ohana today:  Visit our website to learn more about living and working for Fairmont Hawai’i.  www.fairmonthawaiijobs.com

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS