Purchasing Manager

For the 2025 season – from end March to end October, we are looking for talented people to join our Team. Visit our site and we will be pleased to receive your candidature NATIONALITY Eligible for a working permit in the country of hire. EDUCATION High School/College education or equivalent experience. EXPERIENCE To fill the position, one of the following is required: 2 years as hotel purchasing manager 5 years in diverse hotel purchasing roles 4 years in a purchasing managerial role LANGUAGE Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment: Local language – excellent oral and written skills English – excellent oral and written skills (as applicable) Additional language – beneficial COMPETENCIES Ability to handle high volume with attention to detail: Ability to cope with changing priorities and multiple tasks at the same time Excellent written and verbal communication skills An ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors Excellent organizational and time management skills Applies a professional, confidential, and ethical approach at all times Sound cost analysis and cost management skills Works in a safe, prudent, and organized manner TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Computer literacy adapted to the field of training: Ability to operate computer and mechanical equipment Proficiency in Excel and Word Experience in respective computer software is a plus Knowledge of food handling, quality control, and local regulations INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS To fill this position, the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially: People Oriented Passionate for European luxury Entrepreneurial Straightforward Leadership skills Negotiation skills Flexible and reliable Energetic Tolerant and open-minded Works well under pressure SCOPE The overall scope of this role is to coordinate and manage all operations of the Purchasing, Receiving, and Storeroom Department. OVERALL OBJECTIVES To safeguard the financial integrity and stability of the hotel and minimize any exposure to potential risks. To ensure that all departments of the hotel have adequate supplies to perform their duties. To continuously research and find new and alternative products to improve the operation and reduce costs. The job of Purchasing Manager is executed satisfactorily when: All operational needs are met consistently and in a timely manner. Best products are obtained at the best quality and price available. New products are continuously sourced and the hotel is kept up to date with the latest trends and products. TALENT DEVELOPMENT At Kempinski, Talent Development is a management responsibility and consequently an integral and important part of our Managers’ daily activities. The Purchasing Manager fulfills their role as a Talent Development Ambassador when: They actively support and implement Talent Development initiatives as a part of their daily activities. They identify Training talents in their department and throughout the hotels and actively support their career development. They support and initiate transfer, cross exposure, and task force assignments for their team. They personally conduct TTTTs with their team on a regular basis and take personal interest in their talents’ development plans. They recruit and select potential talent according to the Company’s current and future hotel, regional, and worldwide needs including conducting interviews for positions in their department and their region. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for following and understanding all Kempinski Policies & Procedures. Responsible for behaving in a professional and harmonious manner and following the Kempinski code of conduct. Responsible for maintaining a good relationship with business partners. Responsible for keeping up to date with the latest trends and products. Responsible for working together with the Chef in order to obtain the best products and prices available; reviewing market list and offers daily. Responsible for ensuring that competitive bidding is taking place and that business is awarded fairly and ethically. Responsible for monitoring slow-moving and dead stock as well as keeping the stock levels in accordance with operational needs. Responsible for ensuring that all deliveries and issues are documented and processed correctly. Responsible for ensuring that communication is taking place with all departments in regards to matters that would in any way affect the operation. Responsible for ensuring that all areas are secure, organized, and clean. Responsible for supervising, training, and motivating the Purchasing department staff. Responsible for hiring, disciplinary actions, evaluations, scheduling, etc. Responsible for performing any additional duties assigned by the controller and assisting in other areas of Finance as needed. Responsible for communicating with the Financial Controller on any discrepancies or other potential problems. Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and of the hotel. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: provincia-di-venezia, IT

Posted Date: 1/28/2025