Purchasing Specialist

Scope of Job: 

To ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Purchasing Department..

Main Duties:

• To be aware of all costs in the Purchasing Department and to recommend measures to control them. 
• To implement all operating and control procedures to ensure that the receiving of goods is properly accounted for. 
• To enforce all operating and control procedures to ensure that receiving of the goods is properly accounted for.
• To implement internal control policies and procedures throughout the departments regarding receiving. 
• To ensure that hotel expenses are minimized through the effective receiving of goods and services.
• To assist in the creation and maintenance of certain computer data for all items held in the inventory.  
• To ensure that the department is kept clean and organized. 
• To conduct monthly inventory of storeroom equipment. 
• To adapt to any changes in the department as required by the hotel's needs. 
• To be flexible and extend job duties to perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities within job capabilities as assigned, including redeployment to other departments or areas if required, to meet business needs and guest service requirements.  

·    Qualified accounting degree (post graduate advantageous)

·    Knowledge of MS Office (essential)

·    2-3 years experience in Purchasing Department in general

·    Good communication with other departments (essential)

·    Track record of effective materials control; experience in purchasing and procurement.

·    Solid experience in material and equipment acquisition, storage, control and disbursement for a department.