What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent - Operations and Engineering position at Hospitality Purveyors, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
About Hospitality Purveyors Inc
Hospitality Purveyors Inc (HPI) is the exclusive design and procurement arm for all Sandals Resorts International properties which are wholly-owned and managed resorts .
About the Position :
Under the general direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Agent – Ops., and Eng., is responsible for leading the procurement and supply chain activities of Resorts specifically focusing on equipment, operational and engineering needs. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the timely and effective sourcing of equipment, goods, and services. Effectively coordinates shipments and collaborates with internal departments to support business functions and ensure expectations are met.
Roles and Responsibilities :
Manage Operational Requisitions for all Engineering, and Operational specifications as submitted by resorts
Validate description and specifications meet the requirements and timeline
Work with Project Managers on processing all Site Requisitions for all MEP and Equipment
Hands-on approach to requirements specification for the procurement and the manufacturing of products
Lead communication with the Resorts Engineering, Operational Team as well as Project Managers
Preparing and submitting RFQ’s (requests for quotations)
Analyze proposals, negotiating price / lead time to identify cost-saving opportunities and strategies
Prepare, process, and monitor purchase orders accurately and promptly
Establish delivery expectations and logistics along with Projects Team and Operations
Address discrepancies between purchase orders and received goods
Along with Department Manager proactively identify areas of deficiency impacting production
Address and resolve quality issues with suppliers
Implement corrective actions to maintain quality
Ability to guide, prioritize and execute own efforts with minimal direct supervision
Communicate with supplier and internal and external customers
Collaborate effectively with Resorts engineering team and stores to understand their specific needs
Weekly review and updating of Open POs, Invoices with Jr. Team
Communicate with suppliers on incorrect deliveries and ensure they are addressed in a timely fashion
Proactively and effectively communicate internal & external teams & supplier any lead-time conflicts
Manage the reconciliation efforts, which includes resolving any discrepancies, obtaining all supplier and carrier, invoices and / or credits and submitting them to the accounting department for immediate processing.
Generate procurement reports on an as needed basis
Core SRI Interaction Aptitudes :
Work closely with Resorts Engineering and Operational Teams and Management to meet Operational sourcing objectives
Facilitate and participate on Operational and Project meetings effectively
Work cross-functionally to resolve and / or escalate SRI / Resorts concerns or issues in a timely fashion
Manage day-to-day SRI / Resort interaction
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None
Qualifications and Experience :
2-or 4-year college degree preferred
3-5 years purchasing of MEP – Hospitality Preferred
Knowledge of import procedures and practices
Specific Knowledge and Skills Required :
Knowledge of import procedures and practices
Understating of Oracle Procurement Process
Must be proficient with the entire Microsoft Office suite of products
Must have solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Must have solid time management and prioritization skills
Must have sound analytical skills
Must have solid customer service and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing (English)
Ability to communicate effectively with management, co-workers and external parties
Ability to walk and / or sit and continuously perform essential job functions
Company Description
Hospitality Purveyors Inc (HPI) is the exclusive design and procurement arm for all Sandals and Beaches Resorts International properties which are wholly-owned and managed resorts.
Company Description
Hospitality Purveyors Inc (HPI) is the exclusive design and procurement arm for all Sandals and Beaches Resorts International properties which are wholly-owned and managed resorts.