Procurement Manager / Assistant Manager 2021-12-08

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the procurement process and activity covering all product categories in Operating Supplies & Equipment, Fixtures & Furnitures and Service Contracts
• Assist on procurement activities for Overseas hotels projects
• Review and lead Group Service Contracts management and to carry out effective negotiation to maximize value for money in terms of service, quality and cost
• Focus on Quality, Service Delivery and Competitive Price from the supply market
• Analysis of material costs and development of appropriate strategies in support of the hotel operation
• Fulfill the purchasing requirements of the hotel under the Corporate Procurement guideline and ensure all are met in a timely, cost effective manner and adhere to DHI quality standard and requirement
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships and effective communications with Internal Department Heads and External Suppliers at all times
• Identify and seek for opportunities as they relate to cost reduction, improved quality, supplier rationalization to an effective number in support of the business along with supplier management process
• Assist in the definition, development and implementation of purchasing category Best Practices
• Continuously review the operational procedures, recommend improvement plan and streamlining the operation
• Conduct tender analysis of suppliers, product quality and purchase contracts
• Conduct effective price negotiation with suppliers
• Conduct supplier performance evaluation regularly
• Communicate and coordinate for specification/branding requirement, sourcing, budget planning, mock-up room purchases and to ensure timely delivery of items and maximization of savings via group contracts where applicable
• Carry out extra duties as and when required by the Management

Job Requirements:

• A minimum 8 years of experience in high volume purchasing (hotel experience would be seen as an advantage)
• High level of tertiary education or professional training in Purchasing/ Project Management/ Supply Chain is preferred
• Experience in Group Contract Management and Overseas hotel pre-opening projects are an advantage
• Excellent command in spoken and written English and Chinese, proficient in Mandarin is an advantage
• Exhibits high level of attention to details, results-oriented and the ability to multi-task handling
• Proven negotiation skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both internally with operational departments and external suppliers
• Independent, able to work under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Self-motivated, positive attitude and with high initiative and integrity
• Proven RFP or RFQ for information analysis    
• Systems / PC skills (knowledge of MBT procurement system an advantage)
• Excellent time management, proactive and flexible