Purchasing Manager

Company Description

Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.

Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.

This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and oversee all purchasing management operations for the hotel
• Oversee the functional administration, guidance, development and control over all purchasing, receiving and storeroom related activities of the hotel
• Maintain system of accounts and controls, providing accurate data necessary for all required finance reports and month end statements
• Maintain all company policies regarding departmental administrative standards, including, but not limited to, colleague reviews, disciplinary documentation, schedules, forecasts and intra-departmental communication
• Implement inventory controls and purchasing plans
• Prepare and analyze proposals and determine appropriate selections of suppliers based on the company standards and expectations
• Negotiate effective cost purchases for all supplies and services
• Examine and review proposed products and services to determine compliance with departmental specifications or standards, suggest substitute items when beneficial analyze market conditions
• Review vendor/contractor history
• Initiate and implement research into new products and technologies
• Conduct monthly/quarterly inventories
• Review stock inventory levels and purchase patterns
• Develop specific departmental goals and plans
• Review par levels and reorder goods
• Schedule and supervise the inventory taken for food, beverage, and nonfood items at the end of the month
• Collaborate with the Chefs to determine their needs on a weekly basis
• Balance all inventories with Accounts Payable monthly
• Close month end inventories and balance with Finance
• Secure all price quotations and bids
• Select suppliers, and negotiate the lowest prices taking into consideration the quality and service of the vendor and product
• Develop, implement, review and revise daily, monthly and annual reports, including revenues and covers, profit and loss
• Establish and monitor control systems for portion control and beverage supplies to minimize waste and maximize profitability
• Coordinate with the Executive Chef to establish cost calculations and portions for new recipes
• Establish and maintain effective communication with the Finance Department and Director of Food and Beverages.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years' previous management experience in Purchasing or Accounting
• University degree / College diploma or equivalent work experience
• Familiar with food & beverage items
• Knowledge of Birchstreet or similar property management systems preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Superior leadership and coaching skills with a proven track record of developing and motivating colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to lift heavy objects

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.