Director of Procurement

POSITION PURPOSE:

We are seeking a hospitality focused and organized individual to join our team as a Director Of Procurement. Responsible for responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement strategies, policies, and operations for a hospitality organization. This role ensures that all goods, services, and resources are sourced and delivered in a cost-effective, timely, and quality-focused manner to meet the organization's operational needs. The Director of Procurement plays a pivotal role in maintaining strong supplier relationships, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and driving sustainability initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals.
• Forecast demand for goods and services to support the operational and strategic needs of the hospitality business.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve favorable outcomes for the organization.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors.
• Evaluate supplier performance regularly to ensure compliance with quality and service standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, bidding, contracting, and delivery.
• Ensure timely availability of materials and services to support the smooth functioning of hospitality operations.
• Set performance goals and regularly evaluate team achievements.
• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and organizational policies in all procurement activities.
• Stay in tune of market trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes that may impact procurement (Import/Domestic)
• Lead and mentor the procurement team, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental goals.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPIERENCE AND SKILLS

• 8 years of procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, as well as EXCEL.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management principles.
• Importing standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of contract and vendor management

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to move within office settings, attend meetings, and travel to vendor sites or hospitality locations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Flexibility to reach, bend, and stoop.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer.

Cipriani is an equal opportunity employer.