Purchasing Manager

Company Description

La Cigale Hotel Managed by Accor is a prestigious five-star luxury hotel situated in the dynamic center of Doha, Qatar. Recognized as a prominent landmark for both business and leisure travelers, the hotel offers 225 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, nine exceptional dining and entertainment outlets—including two nightlife venues and outdoor seating areas—two modern ballrooms, a 490 sqm gymnasium, a 20-meter indoor swimming pool, and a full-service deluxe spa. Designed as an urban sanctuary, La Cigale blends contemporary sophistication with world-class hospitality. Conveniently located in central Doha, the hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Al Sadd Metro Station and a 30-minute drive from Hamad International Airport, offering seamless access to the city’s commercial and cultural hubs. As part of Accor, a global leader in hospitality, La Cigale Hotel is committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences while fostering an inclusive and growth-driven environment for its team.

What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities.Why work for Accor?

• We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Job Description

• Oversee and manage all purchasing activities in accordance with hotel policies, procedures, and Accor procurement guidelines.

• Source, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery.

• Negotiate prices, contracts, payment terms, and service agreements with suppliers.

• Ensure all purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement documentation are properly reviewed and approved.

• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and improved purchasing practices.

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and conduct regular supplier performance evaluations.

• Ensure that all purchases comply with approved budgets and established financial controls.

• Coordinate with department heads to understand purchasing requirements and ensure timely availability of goods and services.

• Work closely with the Receiving, Stores, Cost Control, and Accounts Payable teams to ensure proper procurement procedures.

• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with the Stores team to avoid shortages, overstocking, and unnecessary expenses.

• Ensure proper documentation, filing, and maintenance of purchasing records and supplier contracts.

• Conduct regular market surveys and obtain competitive quotations for major purchases.

• Ensure ethical purchasing practices and compliance with the hotel's sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives.

• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, operational efficiency, and overall cost effectiveness.

• Supervise, guide, and develop the Purchasing team to ensure high performance and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Hospitality Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant purchasing experience, preferably within the hospitality industry.

• Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial purchasing role is preferred.

• Experience working with an international hotel brand will be an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, supplier management, contract negotiation, and inventory control.

• Familiarity with hotel procurement systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world; dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS