Assistant Purchasing Manager Full Time

About the job
An Exhilarating Opportunity

Looking to be a part of an award-winning team that leads at the forefront of lifestyle experiential innovation? We have the perfect opportunity currently available for a dynamic personality focused on delivering first-of-its-class financial services at FIVE Hotels and Resorts, dare-to-be-different destinations that captures the glamour and vibe of Dubai.

Dubbed the hottest hotel on Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Palm Jumeirah is set against a breathtaking backdrop of the beach and Dubai Marina skyline, this lifestyle hotel boasts 470 luxurious rooms and suites with ocean or city views.

The resort is a party and culinary hot spot with a range of restaurants, bars, and a nightclub, inviting a new experience every day. Whether you are looking for a gourmet dining experience or want to dance the night away, our resort creates laid back or high energy choices from breakfast to the early hours as you design your stay.

Design your vibe at FIVE Jumeirah Village, a glorious city chic hotel that captures the pulsating excitement of new Dubai.

Visitors curate their own high-rise private pool celebrations, sunbath in style or enjoy a special dinner overlooking the world-famous sparkling Dubai skyline. Our sky villas were designed with more than sleep in mind as FIVE Jumeirah Village flawlessly combines a myriad of entertainment options, a culinary smorgasbord and first-rate guest services – after all, FIVE knows how to throw an exceptionally good party!

“This is unashamedly about luxury,” – Daily Mail.

And opening soon: FIVE Zurich! So, stay tuned!

A sneak peek of this exciting new project, which opens in 2021, reveals that this newly revamped lifestyle hotel that has been previously been visited by Rihanna, Freddy Mercury, Grace Jones and Muhammad Ali overlooks the city center from Zurich’s stunning Uetliberg plateau and will offer 87 stunning contemporary suites as well as several award-winning culinary concepts centered around FIVE’s hallmark musical stylings. The new FIVE hotel in Zurich will seamlessly unite the very best of Swiss hospitality with FIVE’s characteristic flair for an exceptionally indulgent experience for guests from the city and international visitors alike.

The VIBE at FIVE is all about performing optimally while having the best professional experience of your life – you will have a passion for your role, will disrupt norms and have the best time of your life – as a world of opportunity awaits you!

As our ideal candidate, you have proven experience in a highly active environment. Your organisational, communication, and leadership skills are second to none and you enjoy developing financial solutions that push groundbreaking boundaries.

An outgoing, people-friendly personality with an ability to think on your feet during changing situations is also essential.

You’ll work closely with the management team to develop constantly evolving financial goals.

Key Responsibilities
Assisting the Group Purchasing Manager, in planning, organizing, and managing the company’s business goals and objectives in order to deliver efficient, professional services to all stakeholders
Managing purchase orders for raw goods, materials, and supplies
Liase with Departments Heads for individual department requirements, provide them with alternatives and advise on cost effective procurement, economical order quantity and on setting the Par Stock levels for all the items
Strictly follow FIVE’s Purchasing Procedures, while ensuring that each purchase is supported with three quotations. The quotation(s) should not be a paper exercise but every cost comparison must ensure best price and best quality up to FIVE standards
Conduct market survey on a timely basis in order to study market innovations, new products, cost comparisons etc.
Oversee all vendor related activities
Manage inventory and maintain all purchase orders
Develop a supply and production plan to ensure timely delivery
Create and monitor the performance of the purchasing strategy
Oversee and support FIVE’s purchasing staff
Stick to project timelines by delivering the right products at the right time, without damage
Report to management on monthly basis savings achieved during the month
Conduct research on potential products, vendors, and services, and compare prices and quality in order to ensure the best deal
Writing reports on purchases made and performing cost analysis on a regular basis, as required
Attending and contributing effectively to meetings with stakeholders
Requirements

What We’re Looking For
A hands-on approach and flexibility with an inspired ‘can-do’ work attitude
Commitment to delivering exceptional financial services with a passion
An ability to find creative solutions while taking ownership for all duties and tasks assigned by adjusting job scope, as required
Sound research and networking skills
Strong negotiation skills
Sharp problem-solving skills
Impeccable verbal and written communication skills
Teamwork-oriented
Previous relevant experience of 2 -3 years is a plus
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a necessity
Proficiency in multiple languages is a bonus
Benefits

Rewards At Work! Benefits For Life!
Live the exciting FIVE Life
Attractive incentive schemes
Rapid career advancement
Team-spirited colleagues