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IHG Purchasing Executive in Singapore
JOB OVERVIEW
Manage and control purchasing systems and procedures to continually improve the supply chain process, ensure cost effective contracting of products and services, and promote compliance internally with established standards
At Holiday Inn ® we want our guests to relax and be themselves which means we need team members to:
Be you – by being natural, professional and personable in the way you are with people
Get ready – by taking notice and using your knowledge so that you are prepared for anything
Show you care – by being thoughtful in the way you welcome and connect with guests
Take action – by showing initiative, taking ownership and going the extra mile
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
FINANCIAL RETURNS:
Translates operating forecasts into material requirements plans and thereby determines standard stock and re-order levels with Department Heads and Management
Participates in negotiations for service contracts and supply chains providers
Identifies and develops reliable sources of supply
Identifies and organizes adequate storage for all perpetual inventory items and implements corporate policy, products and initiatives in order to maximize cost effectiveness
Keeps abreast of the marketplace as to innovation and value
Obtains competitive quotations and bids with compliance to Brand Standards
Supervises the hotels print shop to ensure timely and economical production of printed material
Ensures products and resources are assigned to the appropriate department and billed accordingly
PEOPLE:
Works with Superior on manpower planning and management needs
Assists in planning for future staffing needs
Assists in recruiting in line with company guidelines
Prepares detailed induction program for new staff
GUEST EXPERIENCE:
Processes purchase requests from departments
Place orders for approved purchase requests
Assists in maintaining a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversees their implementation
Ensures training needs analysis of purchasing staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs
Provides input for probation and formal performance appraisal discussions in line with company guidelines
Coaches, counsels and disciplines staff, providing constructive feedback to enhance performance
Regularly communicates within all levels of Hotel and maintains good team relations
RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS:
Establishes adequate record keeping and issuance procedures
Protects inventories from waste, spoilage and theft
Ensure physical stock take is conducted as scheduled
Posts orders to inventory module and produces purchase order for receiver to match against goods received
Establishes standard purchasing specifications
Ensures that market surveys are completed in coordination with the Executive Chef, F&B Manager and Accountant
Demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines and ensure your direct reports do the same
Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures
Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and enforce these in your areas
Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers
Ensure security incidents and accidents are logged, investigated and rectified to prevent future catastrophes
ACCOUNTABILITY
Under the general guidance of the Director/Manager of Finance and Business Support within the limits of InterContinental hotels Group policy and procedure is responsible for translating the business plan into the material and service requirements of the hotel and plans and executes their acquisition storage, and issuance. You will also help to create a desired work culture around our Winning Ways of the InterContinental Hotels Group and embrace the IHG Commitment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Diploma in Materials, Purchasing Management or related field, with 3 years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Demonstrated ability to interact with customers, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Possesses problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities. Has good writing skills.
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