Mgr-Purchasing

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for following procedures related to ordering, receiving, storing, distributing, and paying for goods; maintaining an approved vendor list covering all categories; and managing procurement, accounting, and hotel operations. Key Responsibilities: 1. Manage procurement operations, projects, policies, and standards 2. Support procurement operations using accounting knowledge 3. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting **Additional Information** **Job Number**26075783 **Job Category**Finance \& Accounting **Location**Building No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Management **Job Summary** Responsible for following established procedures related to ordering, receiving, storing, distributing, and paying for goods. Maintain an approved vendor list covering all categories. **Candidate Profile** **Education and Experience Requirements** * Four-year bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or related field. **Core Job Activities** **Manage cross-departmental procurement operations, projects, policies, and standards** * Generate and deliver accurate, timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. * Organize, code, classify, calculate, tabulate, audit, or verify information or data. * Ensure compliance with sanitation requirements. * Assist the Executive Chef across all procurement areas (e.g., food, beverage, and controlled items) to ensure quality and profitability. * Order all food and beverage items based on business needs. * Assist the Executive Chef in maintaining/reducing budgeted food/controlled costs. * Represent and implement the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) inventory rotation principle for all warehouse products. * Adhere to hygiene and safety standards specified in brand guidelines. * Ensure effective safeguarding measures are in place for food and beverage warehouse assets. * Collaborate with warehouse staff and kitchen management to implement the “use-it-up” principle and maintain inventory at the lowest possible level. * Communicate with kitchen, restaurant management, and vendors to ensure deliveries meet pre-production food requirements. * Inspect invoices for received goods to ensure quantities, quality, weight, and purchase specifications match the order. * Use existing computer programs to perform daily and period-end food and beverage cost calculations. * Maintain inventory control to achieve appropriate inventory levels, date labeling, rotation, and requisitioning. * Complete managerial tasks promptly (e.g., C\-7, menu cost budgeting, general office duties). * Conduct period-end food and beverage inventory counts per Food & Beverage and Accounting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). * Calculate quantities of food and beverage inventory. * Ensure price and product availability issues are communicated to the Director of Food & Beverage and Executive Chef as needed. * Ensure all employees comply with all LSOP procedures. * Receive and inspect all delivered goods. * Maintain accurate controlled logs and perpetual beverage inventory. * Ensure all invoices are accurately managed and proper bookkeeping procedures are followed. **Demonstrate accounting knowledge and apply it to procurement operations** * Demonstrate understanding of job-related issues, products, systems, and processes. * Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, input data, or process information. * Apply relevant information and personal judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. * Stay technically current and apply new knowledge to the job. **Support procurement operations** * Use interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and motivate others; advocate sound financial/business decisions; demonstrate honesty/integrity; and lead by example. * Ensure consistent and timely responses to disciplinary situations. * Ensure timely performance appraisals for supervisors and non-managerial staff. **Maintain financial accounting objectives** * Submit reports promptly to meet delivery deadlines. * Ensure accurate recording of profit and loss. * Achieve and exceed goals, including performance goals, budget goals, and team goals. * Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and complete work. * Monitor all applicable taxes to ensure they are current and/or accrued. **Other Responsibilities** * Provide information to supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates via telephone, written correspondence, email, or in person. * Analyze information and evaluate results to select the best solution and solve problems. * Interact with kitchen staff, vendors, and the Executive Chef. * Effectively use existing computer programs to maintain invoices, update projects, and track expenses. * Attend and participate in all relevant meetings. * Provide guidance and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting budget policies and procedures, as well as effective control and utilization of financial resources. * Timely notify and/or update executives, colleagues, and subordinates on relevant information. **Manage audit-related work, projects, and policies** * Coordinate and implement assigned accounting work and projects. * Coordinate, implement, and follow up on audits across all areas of hotel operations. * Comply with federal and state laws applicable to operational procedures. * Generate and deliver accurate, timely results in the form of reports, presentations, etc. * Analyze information and evaluate results to select the best solution and solve problems. * Organize, code, classify, calculate, tabulate, audit, or verify information or data. * Balance the general ledger. **Support hotel operations** * Collaborate with the operations team to develop and lead implementation of operational strategies aligned with the brand’s business strategy. * Review comment cards, guest satisfaction results, and other data to identify improvement opportunities. * Evaluate whether the audit team meets service requirements and provide feedback to the team. * Participate in hotel inspections to ensure all areas are well-maintained and preventive maintenance procedures are in place. * Conduct regular building walkthroughs and speak with staff and guests to understand business needs and assess operational opportunities. * Review comment card results and satisfaction outcomes with the food and beverage team and ensure appropriate corrective actions are taken. * Collaborate with the team to develop sustainable workflows and systems to support strategic implementation. * Review reports and financial statements to assess operational performance against budget. * Communicate clear, consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce intended outcomes. **Manage and supervise activities impacting customer and guest experience** * Remain approachable/friendly and deliver exceptional customer service to all customers and guests. * Proactively address customer and guest concerns. * Consistently demonstrate professionalism and courtesy toward customers and guests. * Respond promptly to requests from the customer service department. * Ensure all team members meet or exceed all guest service requirements. **Support profitability** * Support annual quality audits. * Review financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure efficiency and goal achievement, and identify areas requiring cost reduction and improvement planning. **Support safety standards and work procedures** * Implement the hotel’s emergency response plan. * Provide a safe working environment compliant with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)/Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) standards. * Implement and maintain the hotel’s accident prevention program. * Follow the specific hotel’s recovery plan. **Other Responsibilities** * Provide information to supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates via telephone, written correspondence, email, or in person. * Demonstrate confidence, energy, and enthusiasm. * Manage group or interpersonal conflict. * Timely notify and/or update executives, colleagues, and subordinates on relevant information. * Manage time effectively and possess strong organizational skills. * Present ideas, expectations, and information clearly and in an organized manner. * Employ problem-solving methods for decision-making and follow-up. * Make phone calls as required. *Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all individuals, providing employment opportunities to all. We actively foster an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique backgrounds of every employee. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of cultures, talents, and experiences across our workforce. We pledge zero tolerance for discrimination on any legally protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.* Le Méridien hotels draw inspiration from the golden age of travel and embody Europe’s classic pursuit of enjoying life to the fullest through cultural expression. Our guests are cosmopolitan, culturally curious, and creatively spirited. They seek meaningful connections and savor local experiences at their own pace. Le Méridien is dedicated to delivering memorable, distinctive services and experiences that inspire guests to embrace life fully. We welcome curious, creative, and hospitality-minded individuals to join our team. If you enjoy engaging with like-minded guests and aspire to craft unexpected moments for them, we invite you to build your future career with Le Méridien. Joining Le Méridien means becoming part of Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. Launch your journey **here**, realize your personal value, **pursue** your life goals, **join** an exceptional global team, and **express** your authentic self.