This role would be office-based with some travel.
The Purchasing Manager must have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in BA, Supply Chain Management and/or, Proven purchasing experience in the maritime industry with in-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices;
- A minimum of five years’ work experience in handling hotel F&B stores, consumables & durables and/or hotel inventory control (preferable on cruise vessels);
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and interact with people while handling multiple projects;
- Excellent negotiation skills to ensure the supplies are procured at best price and aligned with forecasted budget;
- Good understanding of finance and analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions;
- Highly organized and able to use organizational tools to track multiple tasks and work in tight schedules;
- Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications. Experience working with IT tools related to purchasing and inventory management, is considered an asset;
- Excellent command of the English language both written and oral as this role interacts with a wide and considerable number of stakeholders at all levels, accurate and clear communication is essential to ensure information is interpreted correctly and appropriate actions understood. Other European languages would be considered an asset (e.g. German, French, etc.);
- Experience working with ISO-based management systems is considered an asset;
- Profound knowledge of the hotel industry and applicable rules & regulations is considered an asset;
- Previous experience in start-up and new build projects is considered an asset.