Assistant Manager - OS&E (Operating Supplies and Equipment) & Purchase

Job description

With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.   

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike. 

 

The role of an Assistant Manager - OS&E (Operating Supplies and Equipment) & Purchase involves overseeing the procurement and management of non-capital goods and services that are essential for the daily operations of a pre-opening hotel at Embassy Tech Village.

What will I be doing? 

As the Assistant Manager - OS&E (Operating Supplies and Equipment) & Purchase, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

·  Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of OS&E items.
·  Negotiate contracts, terms, and prices with suppliers to secure the best deals and ensure the quality of goods.
·  Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
·  Monitor and manage inventory levels for OS&E items to ensure sufficient stock while minimizing excess inventory.
·  Implement and manage reordering processes to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
·  Oversee the inspection and acceptance of goods upon delivery to verify their condition and adherence to order specifications.
·  Monitor and control the budget for OS&E purchases, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
·  Prepare and analyze reports related to purchasing and inventory management to support decision-making and financial planning.
·  Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities, including contracts, invoices, and inventory reports.
·  Assist in forecasting future needs based on historical data and upcoming projects or events.
·  Regularly evaluate supplier performance and adjust strategies as needed to maintain or improve service levels.

What are we looking for?  

An Assistant Manager - OS&E (Operating Supplies and Equipment) & Purchase serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow: 

• College graduate with at least 2 years of working experience as a Purchasing Supervisor. 

• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word and the hotel inventory / purchasing software. 

• Able to lead, provide guidance and develop team members. 

• Knowledgeable of supplies.   

• Possess a sense of maturity and reliability. 

• Good command English, both written and verbally to meet business needs. 

• Prior experience in related work preferred. 

• Able to be resourceful, creative and maintain flexibility in relation to working hours, especially at month end and during stock take. 

 

What will it be like to work for Hilton? 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!