Purchasing Manager

Job summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for handling and overseeing the procurement of goods and services through appropriate bidding processes to achieve optimum price value while maintaining superior quality consistent with Wyndhams established control policies and procedures. The Purchasing Manager also maintains and organizes the hotels storage facilities, ensures proper distribution, and assists in implementation of key controls associated with the procurement and accounting of goods and services.

Main tasks

• Keep appropriate par stock on all inventorys goods. Notify Controller of any variances or deviation in par stock.
• Ensure that all purchases, requisitions, etc. have proper approvals and all orders are place and received in accordance with Wyndhams policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local food and beverage storage laws, regulations, and codes.
• Oversee and assist in unloading, receiving, sorting, stocking, securing, and distributing goods.
• Participate in the inventory process (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
• Secure competitive bids and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.
• Ensure inventory pricing reflects most current information.
• Review banquet event orders and consult with appropriate management for special requirements.
• Interview, train, supervise and develop Purchasing and/or Receiving staff, including coaching, counseling, and discipline.
• Track all price changes.
• Keep colleagues aware of any unusual occurrences and significant deviations from standards, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor and prepare financial reports in accordance with Wyndhams requirements meeting various due dates and deadlines.
• Attend, contribute, and provide periodic training in various meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.

Minimum Selection Criteria:

• BA Degree in purchasing and supply. With good knowledge of MS officesuiteand Materials management software (MMS)
• A minimum of 5 years hotel experience as an Asst. Purchasing Manager.
• Strong communication skills (both spoken & written - English/Amharic Languages)
• Computer literate and expert in PMS & MS Office applications
• Ability to produce results on time and accurately.

Strong negotiating and closing skills required, along with a demonstrated ability to develop negotiation strategies for complex activities. Ability to evaluate legal and businessrisksand ramifications of proposed contractual terms. Consistently offer professional, engaging, and friendly service