Purchasing Officer at Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina

What's your passion? Whether you're into legal laws, interest in human capital or chess, at At Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts we're interested in you. We love people who apply the same amount of passion and precision to their jobs as they do to their hobbies. Imagine working for a company that gives you Room to be yourself. Our commitment to our people is to deliver room to have a great start, to learn and grow, to perform, to be recognized and rewarded, to be involved and to take the initiative and lead.

The soon to debut Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina will be the perfect location that completely understands Modern business travelers. Located in the cosmopolitan Dubai Marina area, the 3,037 square-metre hotel is next to Dubai Marina Mall and within walking distance of the picturesque pedestrian promenade, which borders the waterway lined with vibrant cafes and restaurants.

With 280 stylish rooms and a convenient, prestigious location, you will find Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina an ideal hotel for productive business and enjoyable leisure time; and will definitely enjoy a new hotel that has mastered the balance between modernism of the business world and traditions of the Arabian hospitality.

Purchasing Officer responsibilities include researching and evaluating new vendors, obtaining competitive quotations, negotiating with suppliers, tracking deliveries and updating purchasing records (e.g. dates, invoices and discounts.) Ultimately, you will ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining required quality standards and a fully stocked inventory.

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Source vendors, obtain quotations and compare prices, quality and delivery terms
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Maintain updated records of invoices, purchase orders and contracts
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure purchasing requirements are met

Ideally, you'll have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the similar role in a four or five-star hotel. Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. Adaco, FBM or Jana System). Knowledge of market research and Good understanding of supply chain procedures. Ability to demonstrate working with and engaging teams from different cultures, strong verbal and written communication skills along with being quality oriented with focus on details, high performance standards, able to multi-task & meet deadlines.

IHG is more than just a great place to stay; we are also one of UAE’s best employers. We are looking for exceptional people like you to greet the world and be the spark that makes us even better.

We passionately believe that it’s our people who have brought us to where we are today and our people that will help us grow. We celebrate diversity every day. We welcome guests from every background and corner of the world, so we want individuals who can bring true hospitality to life for everyone.

We will give you every opportunity to grow vertically, functionally, geographically, and personally. As part of the IHG family with more than 5,300 hotels in over 100 countries, the world is your oyster.