Hotel & Resort FF&E and OS&E Procurement Manager

Michael Page

UAE

Ref: HP350-3344

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The FF&E AND OS&E Procurement Manager shall report to the Commercial Director. This position shall be regarded as the single point accountability the "Owner" with responsibility for procurement of FF&E and OS&E sourcing strategy/operations, managing procurement agents, vendor selection/relations, planning, purchasing to budget, delivery schedule and standards of quality.

Client Details

My client are a leading developer of tourism destinations & luxury hotel brands, they are looking for a procurement manager to be responsible for the development of the overall FF&E / OS&E Procurement Plan or supply via General Contractor.

Description

Working with interior design specifications to input specifications and review furnishings and accessories developing and maintaining solid vendor relations and sourcing alternate item manufacturers.

Managing Procurement Agent (PA) on Value engineering of specifications, maintain item and budget analysis including price verification and lead price negotiation with suppliers. Review/verify/approve purchase orders and payment. Duties also encompass monitoring quality and schedule of items in production, expediting and logistics, and overseeing FF&E installation as required.

1 Line responsibility for the management of the Hotel & Resort projects.
2 Responsible to ensure a "no-surprise" culture in project delivery providing transparency and predictability to Project and Procurement processes
3 Responsible for the development of the overall FF&E / OS&E Procurement Plan or supply via General Contractor.
4 In conjunction with the Design and Project Teams and facility Operator develop and agree FF&E and OS&E Material Requisition List, together with individual specifications.
5 Participate in budget development, ensuring that a design to budget mentality is maintain throughout the process and value for money and fit for purpose are key drivers
6 Participate in the FF&E / OS&E value engineering activities of the design / project teams and the Operator.
7 Agrees on behalf of the company Bidder and suppliers list by Material Requisition.
8 Responsible to research, identify and develop FF&E and OS&E commodity and specialised products sourcing strategies that meet operational aspects, price, quality, value and standards its operating brands.
9 Responsible for developing a recommendation with regards engaging a specialist FF&E installation contractor or relying on the General contractor, taking into account the views of the Project Team and the Operator.
10 Responsible as the Owner /single point accountability to develop and maintain manufacturer/ vendor relationships for the right products at the best price.
11 Responsible for the development of the Quality & Inspection Plan, based on critically criteria and an assessment of Procurement Agent, interior designer, architects capabilities and those of independent third party inspectors.
12 Procurement responsibility to ensures Quality and Inspection Plan is fully implemented via thorough inspection and reviewing of vendor quality manufacturing methods, attending pre-manufacturing kick-off meetings for key / critical items, visit manufacturing locations at critical milestones; including specification review, product samples, mock-ups , production, finishing, packaging and shipping stages.
13 Ensures communication and interpretation of specifications are fully understood by manufacturers
14 Ensures vendors and manufacturers uphold global human rights standards for social awareness and safe working conditions
15 Works cross-functionally to achieve sourcing goals, including budget, plan and lead times.
16 Conducts thorough initial due diligence and ongoing assessment of vendor qualifications, references, labour policies and financial stability. Communicates findings and its consultants.
17 Creates and executes strategic sourcing plans and revises as appropriate
18 Provides regular communication to design/project team, Consultants regarding company information, catalogues, samples, etc.
19 Recognizes and communicates new ideas and innovations to capitalize on opportunities to help reduce product costs, timings and / or add value. Developing initiatives designed to improve the efficiency and economics of the design and manufacturing process
20 Creates opportunities to optimize purchasing power, seeking procurement synergies across a range of facilities even where different Development and Project teams are involved.
21 Responsible to challenge and works with manufacturers to reduce cost and or throughout the contract duration, while maintaining design integrity
22 Minimizes exposure to risk
23 Ability to successfully negotiate with suppliers
24 Work with contracted designers to create value
25 Responsible for and shall lead the tendering activities for the Procurement Agents and individual vendors. As such shall be responsible to integrate inputs from all interested parties into the tenders and awards.

Job Offer

The salary on offer is 45,000 AED per month

Education 25% per child

Family Flights

Family medical

Requirements

1 Must be conscientious, committed, possess a positive attitude that is exhibited in a great work ethic, be a clear leader who attracts followers from across functions and is delivery driven. Must be able to demonstrate an ability to lead contractors and consultants rather than be dependent on them.
2 Educated to a degree or equivalent, with a minimum 20 years FF&E, OS&E and F&B supply chain, logistics and procurement experience encompassing, but not limited to, international mixed-use, hotel and resort project development.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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Procurement Manager salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 17,500

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