Assistant Purchasing Manager

AccorHotels

Cairo, Egypt

Posted on: 7 May 2024

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JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Main Duties

- Manage the inventory and warehousing activities by effectively forecasting material demands, stock levels, re-order points and resources capacity ensuring product availability.
- Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers; internal, local, and overseas while ensuring they are compliant in all areas as specified by company policies & procedures.
- Manage the receiving details and implement corrective actions for dispute resolution.
- Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier.
- Ensure continuous improvement of processes through team collaboration and technology implementation resulting in improved service levels and reductions in total costs.
- Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned by immediate supervisor.
- Assists with the monthly/quarterly/annual inventories.
- The Purchaser ensures that Department Managers are informed daily (at the morning meeting) of the goods expected to arrive.
- The efficiency of the Purchasing Department and Stores is to be maintained and improved.
- Is responsible for all matters related to the maintaining of delivery schedules. Informs, on daily basis, the departments as to the items due to arrive.
- Manage purchasing department lifecycle.
- Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities and tasks.
- Must have commitment to follow all local and corporate policies and procedures.
- Must be willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork.
- Must have a high degree of processional integrity and confidentiality, and work in a safe, prudent and organized manner.
- Strong communication skills.
- Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to move and handle merchandise throughout the Hotel

QUALIFICATIONS

- Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management and/or Accounting or equivalent.
- Hands on Experience with Purchasing Software, especially Fidelio Material Controls
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office mainly EXCEL

EXPERIENCE

- Minimum of 2 years' proven work experience in procurement environment with at least 1 year experience in the similar capacity in a hotel

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:
In 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the culture

Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits

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

ABOUT THE COMPANY

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.

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