Director of Purchasing
Mandarin Oriental Sanya is looking for a Director
of Purchasing to join our Finance Department team.
Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.
Mandarin Oriental Sanya features 278 elegantly designed rooms, suites and private pool villas. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Sanya is set in serene surroundings and consists of 18 treatment
suites situated in 8 beautifully appointed villas. Each treatment suite includes private steam showers and the couples, VIP suites are furnished with sauna, steam room and oversized bathtub. Some of the luxury treatments on offer include the signature Oriental Essence, Thai, Aromatherapy, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, and Mandarin Oriental facial therapies.
About the job
Based at the Mandarin Oriental Sanya within the Finance Department in Sanya the Director
of Purchasing is responsible for all the daily audit procedures necessary to ensure the balance & accuracy of all the financial operations and corresponding records of the Mandarin Oriental Sanya Hotel. Responsibilities include preparation of various daily reports, assisting in general ledger and month end closing activities and reporting and working closely with all revenue generating departments to ensure accurate daily reporting of Revenues for the Hotel. This individual must ensure adherence to proper revenue policies & procedures in accordance with all GAAP, Governmental & Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Standards.
As Director of Purchasing, you will be responsible for the following duties:
Translates operating forecasts into material requirements plans and thereby determines standard stock and re-order levels
Negotiate cost effective purchases for all supplies and services, while meeting all MOHG guidelines and quality specifications.
Examine and review proposed products and services to determine compliance with departmental specifications or standards, suggest substitute items when beneficial.
Analyse market conditions in relation to recent, current and anticipated purchases.
Review of vendor/contractor history to determine that they can produce the goods and services required.
Review the requests and specifications recommended by department heads to determine whether quality level described is appropriate for intended use and whether specifications are
cost effective.
Establishes standard purchasing specifications
Standardize items in common use to eliminate unnecessary variations/features and lower costs through bulk purchasing.
Analyse trade journals,catalogues, directories and other technical material with respect to market and price conditions.
Initiate and implement research of new products and technologies to reduce procurement costs and to improve the quality of goods and services purchased.
Review stock inventory levels and purchase patterns to maximize purchase dollars.
Prepare necessary purchasing documents in accordance with procurement requirements.
Check and approve purchase orders prior to review by Financial Controller and General Manager.
Prepare/Update all records, logbooks, journals, involving purchasing standards and procedures.
Provide accounting staff with required approved documentation, so that procurement of materials and services may be placed, shipped, and paid in a timely fashion.
Communicate departmental status to Controller on a determined periodical basis.
Establish reviews of purchasing department colleagues for effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with established rules and regulations.
Ensures that market surveys are completed in coordination with the Executive Chef, Director of F&B and Cost Controller
Perform any tasks as assigned by the Management
As Director of Purchasing, we expect from you:
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving
abilities.
Excellent Hotel product knowledge.
Highly responsible & reliable.
Works well under pressure in a fast-paced
environment.
Ability to work cohesively as part of a
team.
Ability to focus attention on guest
needs, always remaining calm and courteous.
English language
skills
Our commitment to you
Learning & Development.
Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development
programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow,
continuously.
MOstay. When you work as hard
as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the
#MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay
programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on
rooms for you and your loved ones.
Heath & Colleague Wellness.
Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters
to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to
all our colleagues, globally.
Add any local benefits
A competitive salary and
benefits packages
Annual
Leave and Public Holidays
Social
Insurances and Housing Fund
Free
accommodation and meals
We’re Fans. Are you?