Assistant Purchasing Manager

What are we looking for

An Assistant Purchasing Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Previous experience in a high volume Accounts function
• Computer literate with good MS Excel skills
• Good time management and organisation skills

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Previous experience with the Birchstreet and the PeopleSoft system
• Relevant degree in Finance/Accounting or related business discipline from an academic institution

What is it like working for Hilton

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture and we are consistently named among one of the Worlds Best Workplaces.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility career growth and development and our Go Hilton Team Member Travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members unique perspectives and voicesalong with those of our Guests Owners Suppliers and Partnersto cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what its like to be on Team Hilton!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions of his or her role and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

An Assistant Purchasing Manager will ensure the accuracy of stocks accounts payable prepayments and creditor/accruals accounting records and provide periodic reports to the Finance department.

As Assistant Purchasing Manager you will ensure the accuracy of stocks accounts payable prepayments and creditor/accruals accounting records and provide periodic reports to the Finance department. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist the Purchasing Manager with the purchasing of all goods and equipment required by the hotel
• Purchase the correct goods and materials at a competitive price and proper quantities/volumes
• Assist the Purchasing Manager with regular reports on goods purchased and inventory levels so to allow for more effective future purchasing
• Report all monthly savings to the hotel Team
• Work with hotel management to improve the purchasing process as a way to reduce waste and improve profitability
• Maintain good communication and working relationships with all hotel areas
• Attend finance meetings as required
• Act in accordance with fire health and safety regulations and follow the correct procedures when required
• Serve your role and Team in an environmentally-conscience manner