Corporate Director of Purchasing

Job Summary

The Corporate Director of Purchasing is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the procurement and sourcing activities across multiple locations within our organization. This role requires extensive experience in accounting, familiarity with the hospitality industry (especially hotels), and a passion for leveraging purchasing power to drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize purchasing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with vendors, including major hotel brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Hyatt. Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Change Adaptability: Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. Adapt procurement processes to align with evolving business needs.
• Effective Communication: Clearly convey operational goals, initiatives, and purchasing strategies to internal stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and team members.
• Financial Acumen: Monitor budgets, track expenses, and analyze spending patterns. Ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions while maintaining quality standards.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Leverage purchasing power creatively to enhance the organization’s competitive advantage. Explore innovative approaches to cost reduction and process improvement.
• Passion for Product: Understand the unique requirements of the hospitality industry, especially within hotels. Advocate for high-quality products and services that enhance guest experiences.
• Flexibility: Adapt to changing priorities, market conditions, and organizational needs. Collaborate with regional purchasing managers to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Knowledgeable: Food and Beverage Trends and has a basic understanding of menu engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Extensive Experience: Minimum of 10 years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on hotels and hospitality brands.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with hotel operations, accounting practices, and brand standards (Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, etc.).
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Can articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Change Management: Demonstrated ability to adapt to organizational changes and lead teams through transitions.
• Financial Acumen: Strong analytical skills, budget management, and cost control expertise.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of successful vendor negotiations.
• Passion for Excellence: A genuine passion for delivering exceptional products and services to enhance guest satisfaction.
• Leadership: Previous experience managing a team of purchasing professionals.

Compensation

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits and performance-based incentives.