Supply Chain Manager

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From the very first opening of the St. Regis New York St. Regis has stood as a symbol of uncompromising elegance and bespoke service. As the original house of luxury St. Regis continues to redefine modern luxury through great service. The St. Regis Abu Dhabi merges authentic Arabian hospitality with more than a hundred years of bespoke St. Regis tradition.

Crafted for modern connoisseurs who desire exceptional experiences The St. Regis Abu Dhabi is the social epicenter for royalty discerning travelers and luminaries in the art of living. The hotel comprises of 283 elegantly appointed guest rooms including 55 suites most of which boast breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf and Abu Dhabi city including the extraordinary Abu Dhabi Suite the highest suspended suite in the world connecting the two Nation Towers.

The St. Regis is part of Marriott International a brand leader offering the most powerful portfolio in the industry our more than 30 leading brands and nearly 9100 properties in 142 countries and territories give people more ways to connect experience and expand their world. At the heart of The St. Regis our exceptional staff whom we address as Hosts are the ultimate luxury ambassadors dedicated to providing our guests with an exquisite stay and unforgettable experiences. Pursue your passion and grow your expertise at Abu Dhabis best addressThe St. Regis Abu Dhabi the house of luxury who is awarded with the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide 5-Star Rating.

Job Requirement:

• Maintains manual or computerized purchasing records such as items or services purchased costs delivery product quality or performance and inventories in some cases
• Evaluating potentials suppliers based on the quality of products price given and speed of delivery
• Vendor Management (Visiting auditing evaluation pricing management)
• Ensure locally designated supplier information is kept current or updated
• Manage database of active contracts with supplier
• Review requisitions from respective departments
• Prepare purchase orders which involves verifying specifications and prices
• Obtain competitive quotations for hotel requirements and ensure that the best product is sourced and purchased
• Work strictly in accordance with Purchasing policies PO approval policies and other company policies

Education and Experience

Required:

2-years degree from an accredited university in Business Administration Marketing Hotel and Restaurant Management or related major;

Minimum of 2 years experience in procurement purchasing or a similar role.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Supplier and Vendor Relations

Negotiates with selected suppliers and obtains quotations.

Coordinates and arranges site visits with contractors and end-users for obtaining necessary quotations.

Keeps close and frequent contact with suppliers to maintain up-to-date market and product information

Identifies and selects reliable and regular suppliers for daily food and beverage purchasing based on regular quotations.

Attends and participates in food tasting panel for food and beverage evaluation and vendor selection.

Prepares and negotiates contracts with selected suppliers

Attends exhibitions/seminars for sourcing new suppliers and products with better price-performance.

Persuades suppliers to offer or extend rebate program.

Managing Procurement Activities

Verifies and authorizes procurement orders

Places orders and expedites deliveries

Prepares tender invitations and executes tender openings for selected items and compares tenders for procurement decisions

Sources alternative products with competitive prices while striving to maintain better or comparable quality standards and services.

Prepares and submits monthly cost saving report to Director of Finance

Explores opportunities for green procurement and actively participates in the recycling program.

Provides suggestions to other departments to achieve cost savings while still fulfilling their requirements.