Assistant Purchasing Manager

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

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

Qualifications

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