Buyer

Job description

Sofitel Dubai Wafi scheduled to open in the last quarter of 2019, will be Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel will feature 501 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 86 suites and 97 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Patio will bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests will have the option to unwind at the So Spa and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness centre. Business travellers will have access to 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought after social gatherings.

Part of the Wafi Mall new extension and close to the iconic Raffles Dubai, Sofitel Dubai Wafi will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist – Buyer, and help us to make Sofitel Dubai Wafi a truly welcoming destination!

 

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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Maintaining a good relationship with all departments.

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Work closely with the Executive Chef and the Director of Food & Beverage to purchase the highest quality products while constantly searching for the lowest price.

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Work closely with Stores.

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Assist to supervise the day-to-day functions of the Receiving clerk.

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Ensure that all purchase order requests are properly completed and approved before the items are purchased.

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Ensure that all items received by the hotel are properly documented in accordance with the company’s purchasing and receiving procedures.

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Negotiate food prices, place required daily food orders and ensure prompt delivery.

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Place regular liquor, beer, wine and soft drink orders as required.

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Generate purchase orders on approval requisitions and obtain necessary authorization and obtain the authorization from the Director of Finance and General Manager prior to processing these orders.

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Obtain competitive price quotations and confirm purchase availabilities.

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Assist Accounts Payable in researching any discrepancies on invoices.

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Obtain quarterly competitive pricing quotes for Food & Beverage items.

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Place and file all Purchase Orders.

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Handle telephone inquiries.

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Maintain disclaimers, credit applications and vendor information.

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Maintain HACCP standards at all levels – from product sourcing to storage etc.

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Conduct surprise audits in receiving and storage areas to ensure that HACCP standards are being maintained by staff.

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Prepare any reports as requested by management

·  To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by management.

  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

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Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities and tasks.

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Must be willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork.

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Self-motivated with strong organizational and communication skills

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Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

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Knowledge of the local market is an asset

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Good written and verbal communication skills in English

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Ability to process information and merchandise through computer system 

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Ability to move and handle merchandise throughout the Hotel

QUALIFICATIONS

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College diploma or equivalent qualifications

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Knowledge of Materials Control

·  Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office mainly EXCEL.

EXPERIENCE

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Minimum 2 -3 years experience in purchasing/stores environment