Overview
director of purchasing role at four seasons hotels and resorts.
location: manzanillo, colima, mexico.
about four seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart.
responsibilities
* ensure all local and corporate policies, rules, internal controls and procedures, and safeguards as they relate to the purchasing department are complied with.
* ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel-specific purchasing contracts and conduct, manage and complete competitive bids in accordance with policy and ensure bids are on file where applicable prior to execution of contracts.
* monitor the status of slow-moving stocks and ensure a slow-moving stocks report is circulated monthly to the director of finance and the respective division heads concerned.
* ensure that all purchase order requests are properly documented and accounted for, completed, and approved before a purchase order is prepared and the items are purchased.
* supervise the day-to-day functions of the receiving clerk and ensure that all items received by the hotel are properly documented in accordance with four seasons purchasing and receiving procedures.
* assist accounts payable clerk in researching any discrepancies on invoices.
* ensure that all storage areas are secure, clean, and properly organized.
* establish and maintain par stocks on all inventoried items, keeping in mind that inventory levels must be kept as low as possible without compromising the efficiency of the resort.
* coordinate purchases related to capital projects with the corporate purchasing department as well as outside contractors.
* conduct frequent quality control audits to ensure staff is properly trained and following established procedures.
* assist the director of finance and/or assistant dof in preparing forecasts and budgets as required locally, by the corporate office or management agreement.
* coordinate and participate as necessary in all month-end, quarterly or annual inventories of food, beverage, operating equipment, and supplies.
* familiar with hygiene standards and perform hygiene audits as required.
* monitor daily costs and prepare or review a daily and month-to-date food & beverage cost report.
* as a department leader you will motivate and develop a team, leading by example at all times, and instill a culture of continuous learning and improvement among your staff.
* you actively participate in employee relations activities and programs.
* you are actively involved in identifying and assessing the needs of your team and investing in their career development through effective coaching, training, and by instilling company values.
* when dealing with guests and internal customers you live by the golden rule.
* you demonstrate high standard awareness, by setting an example for standards execution, standards testing, and implementing action plans to achieve established product and service goals.
* you will use your unique personality and service style to fulfill the four seasons brand and resort standards creating a special and memorable experience.
qualifications
* minimum two years experience as resort strategy procurement manager.
* basic knowledge of customs clearance of merchandise from abroad.
* understanding of high-end luxury resort products.
* demonstrate adaptability to live in a remote location.
* strong research knowledge and background.
* demonstrate flexibility to travel to get the best quality of hotel and restaurant products.
* excellent english and spanish (preferred) language
what we offer
* competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
* excellent training and development opportunities
* complimentary accommodation at other four seasons hotels and resort
* complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
* complimentary employee meals
* major medical expenses insurance
* food vouchers
* savings fund
* transport
* access to gym facilities
schedule & hours
* this is a full-time position
seniority level
* not applicable
employment type
* full-time
job function
* purchasing, administrative, and accounting/auditing
industries
* travel arrangements and hospitality
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