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Company Description

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240 000 women and men who share something unique. Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences

Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion.

Raffles the Palm

Raffles the Palm Dubai is on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest manmade island and archipelago. This luxurious five-star hotel with 360 spacious rooms, suites and villas is embellished with hand-crafted Italian touches and offset by carefully selected amenities to complete the atmosphere of elegance. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state of the art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.

When visiting Raffles, guests will discover the individual personality and story offered by the hotel. At the essence of every Raffles is the delivery of thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nearly twenty luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world.

Job Description

• Maintaining a good relationship with all departments.
• 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.
• Work closely with Stores.
• Assist to supervise the day-to-day functions of the Receiving clerk.
• Ensure that all purchase order requests are properly completed and approved before the items are purchased.
• Ensure that all items received by the hotel are properly documented in accordance with the company’s purchasing and receiving procedures.
• Negotiate food prices, place required daily food orders and ensure prompt delivery.
• Place regular liquor, beer, wine and soft drink orders as required.
• 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.
• Obtain competitive price quotations and confirm purchase availabilities.
• Assist Accounts Payable in researching any discrepancies on invoices.
• Obtain quarterly competitive pricing quotes for Food & Beverage items.
• Place and file all Purchase Orders.
• Handle telephone inquiries.
• Maintain disclaimers, credit applications and vendor information.
• Maintain HACCP standards at all levels – from product sourcing to storage etc.
• Conduct surprise audits in receiving and storage areas to ensure that HACCP standards are being maintained by staff.
• Prepare any reports as requested by management
• To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by management.
  
  

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule in order to accomplish all major responsibilities and tasks.
• Must be willing to accept assignments on as need basis, in order to promote teamwork.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and communication skills
• Able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of the local market is an asset
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to process information and merchandise through computer system
• Ability to move and handle merchandise throughout the Hotel
  
  

Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent qualifications
• Knowledge of Materials Control
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office mainly EXCEL.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 2 -3 years experience in purchasing/stores environment