Assistant Purchasing Manager

SCOPE OF POSITION

Your role will be working closely with Director of Purchasing to maintain and organise purchasing systems and records whilst complying with legal requirements. Achieving time sensitive and budget targets.

The Assistant Purchasing Manager will work closely with the Director of Purchasing to assist with all stock and purchasing requirements for the hotel. The role will also oversee the stores & receiving daily function.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Operation

• To assist in all areas of the purchasing department.
• To maintain and upkeep accurate records and files.
• To build strong relationships with heads of departments and all suppliers.
• To assist with stock and inventory control.
• To work with dedicated IT system and software.
• To be hands on with delivery and loading bay systems.
• Additional responsibilities in absence of line manager or senior employee.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned including working in a different department or restaurant than usually assigned.

Health and Safety

• Ensure that all potential and real hazards are reported immediately and rectified
• Be fully conversant with all departmental Fire Emergency and BOMB procedures
• Emergency procedures are rehearsed regularly with attendance records implemented and enforced to provide for the security and safety of guests and employees
• Ensure the safety of the persons and the property of all within the premises by strict adherence to existing laws statues and applicable ordinances and by anticipating possible and probable hazards and conditions and either correcting them or pre-planning a defence against them
• Stimulate and encourage a general awareness of Health and Safety in relation to all tasks and activities undertaken in the department 

Qualifications :

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently in English both verbal and written.
• Ability to take and maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Purchasing experience capable of confidently interacting with suppliers.
• Good knowledge of Purchasing IT systems
• Enthusiasm and commitment to delivering and offering the best service and experiences possible in any situation.
• Able to work within a team.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• To be detail-oriented 

Additional Information :

Why join our Raffles team

Not only will you be joining one of the worlds best hotels you will also receive great benefits including:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays plus a day extra for every year of your service up to 5 years (35 Days).
• Staff meals whist on duty.
• Free dry cleaning for uniform.
• Employer pension contribution of 3%
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity paternity and adoption pay.
• Life Assurance 1x salary
• Employee assistance program including virtual GP and financial advice.
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
• Colleague gifting to celebrate special occasions.
• Paid days off to move house or give back time to a charity of your choice.
• Internal learning and development programmes tailored to you.  
• Fun-filled events whether thats a pub quiz team run or festive party.
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates of up to 30% at Accor worldwide and Raffles London F&B outlets.
• Worldwide development opportunities across Accors extensive brand portfolio.

What are the Raffles Values

Be You: Be creative innovative and enthusiastic showing your personality and flair.

Be Kind: Demonstrates humility and generosity through emotional connection with colleagues and guests.

Be Happy: Consistently uplifting colleagues and guests through a joyful connection and positive personality.

Be Confident: Openly shares knowledge and skills with other colleagues to achieve excellence.

Have Your Purpose: Demonstrating care and responsibility within your role to make a tangible impact on the business.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time