Assistant Purchasing Manager

The Novotel 5 stars resort located directly on the red sea with a beach area of 646m ; 268 rooms including 4 suites and 80 family rooms; 5 outlets and Spa, offers a wonderful experience that can cater perfectly for all tastes
 

• Assist in planning and executing procurement strategies for hotel operations.
• Source and negotiate with vendors to obtain the best quality products at competitive prices.
• Maintain and update vendor database; build strong supplier relationships.
• Process purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely receipt of goods.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with store/department heads to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Verify invoices, manage documentation, and coordinate with accounts for payments.
• Handle vendor evaluations and performance reviews.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in procurement within hotels or hospitality.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of inventory systems and procurement software.
• Good understanding of hotel operations and materials.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• You should ideally have a vocational training within the Housekeeping Department of a hotel. Good command of English is an advantage.
• The ideal candidate will be a friendly, caring, dedicated individual with good cross cultural sensitivity and the willingness to put in an extra effort and time when required, as well as the passion to serve customers. You will work well under pressure in a fast paced environment and enjoy working with a multi-cultural team and guests alike, while possessing following additional competencies:
• Understanding the Job
• Taking Responsibility
• Recognizing Differences
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
• Teamwork