Company Description
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Strategically located in the heart of Singapore’s shopping, dining and entertainment districts and with the City Hall and Esplanade Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) train stations and other major transportation nodes at its doorstep, Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford are the gateway to explore Singapore’s landscapes at your convenience. With a total of 2,030 well-appointed guestrooms, both hotels also offer a distinct collection of 12 lifestyle and dining choices including Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant JAAN by Kirk Westaway, cutting-edge meeting space at Raffles City Convention Centre with 34 meeting rooms and one of Asia’s largest spas, Willow Stream Spa.
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
At Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford, we design career plans and unveil new professional perspectives through our various development programs. We shine when YOU shine. Come and be part of our dynamic team and experience immerse growth and career opportunities with us.
Job Description
Summary of Responsibilities:
The main responsibilities and tasks of this position are as listed below, but not limited to these:
SOURCING & SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT
- Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers
- Negotiate terms and pricing agreements with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
- Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.
- Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns promptly.
- Ensure all Accor requirements for vendor onboarding is in place.
MANAGE DAILY PROCUREMENT FUNCTIONS
- Review pricings and process for all purchases across RC hotels.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to plan stock requirements and work out strategy to reduce out of stock situation and contingency plan
- Ensure approved purchase requisitions are timely with the creation of Purchase Orders for all Business units
- Leading the PO Team to ensure the reconciliation of Purchase Orders and Invoices to make sure prices and quantities are correct with Suppliers & assist if needed.
- Ensure the PO Team creation of Article Codes/Price Quote and Vendors details are updated accordingly in the system and assist if needed.
- Response swiftly to feedbacks/complaints/ no stock situation etc (from end users/suppliers/guest)
- Request for quotations as well as samples for evaluation
- Handle RFQ as well as RFP exercises for all categories of Supplies including Services
- Tabulating of Price Summary and recommendation of award for various work streams that are assign to
- Assist in report analysis in preparation for new work stream
- Assist in Contracting process
- Ensure forms and documents are properly filled for all Procurement processes
- Follow up closely on outstanding Purchase Orders that are long overdue and if needed for cancellation
- To carry out any other duties as required by the Director of Procurement/Procurement Manager from time to time
REVIEW OF CAR (CORRECTIVE ACTION REPORT) FROM FOOD SAFETY
- Ensure Corrective Action Report are sent out immediately to Suppliers should a complaints raised by Food Safety
- Ensure substitution of supplies are replace immediately for operation use
- Ensure Suppliers that works with the hotels are Food Safety compliances
- Ensure Suppliers approved Vendors are SFA approved & meet the grade criteria
- Ensure all food/beverage licenses and certificates approved by authorities are valid
COST MANAGEMENT
- Assist in developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service.
- Analyze spending patterns and identify areas for potential savings or optimization
- Participate in budgeting and financial planning processes related to procurement activities.
COMPLIANCE AND DOCUMENTATION
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies in all procurement activities.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and supplier agreements.
- Assist in conducting periodic reviews and audits to ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures
CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
- Work closely with various departments and business units including Operations, Receiving and Finance to understand their needs and priorities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop procurement strategies that support the hotel's overall objectives.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams to provide updates, gather feedback, and address concerns related to procurement.
Qualifications:
- Candidate must possess at least Diploma/Degree or equivalent
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in the hotel industry
- Strong knowledge in Food & Beverage categories and suppliers.
- Strong working knowledge on Negotiation and Procurement Policies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with procurement software or ERP systems.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.
- Possess leadership skill in managing a team.
- Positive mindset with good attitude and integrity.
- Good Communication skills with all levels of colleagues and suppliers with confidence to achieve the best deal for the hotels
- Good presentation and data analytical skills
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and what we really is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
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