Apply now Position: Director of Purchasing Job no: 525684 Employment type Full time Property / Office: Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul Location: Istanbul, Turkey Department: Purchasing, Management (Manager)

Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul

Set to open in early 2021, Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul, will be Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s second hotel in Turkey.  The hotel will enjoy a prime location on the sunny shores of the Bosphorus, situated on the European side of Istanbul in the high-end residential Kuruçeşme neighborhood.
The urban resort, with its lush generous enchanted gardens, will feature two outdoor pools and private wooden pavilions on the shores of the Bosphorus.  Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul will be comprised of 100 spacious guestrooms and suites, innovative restaurants & bars and expensive and elegant banqueting facilities. Spread over 2,700 square meters, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul will become one of Istanbul’s best wellness and beauty destination.

Duties and Responsibilities

To direct and manage the day to day functions of the Purchasing Management office; ensuring all areas of accountability are performed within the standards set in the P & P Manual; that good communication and working relationships are maintained between the Purchasing & Logistics Management function and the hotel; and to actively monitor, assess and advise on standards of performance and working practices.
To implement and adhere to the Purchasing Management concept.
To ensure the utilization of the most competitive quotes from suppliers that are capable of meeting Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul’s specifications in terms of quality and delivery schedule.
To oversee purchasing, receiving, stores and logistics
To adhere to the hotel purchasing procedures
To update the knowledge of products and supplier information
To develop and implement systemsTo re-negotiate and source annual contracts
To maintain the inventory of stores items that are not in operation securely and to the stock levels agreed
To maintain an inventory control of all storage areas around the hotel

Requirements

At least 5 years experience in similar position for a luxury hotel.
Excellent communication skills both in Turkish & English
Adheres to, supports and carries out the strategic Company’s vision and values.
Committed to developing colleagues.
Prior experience in a renovation or pre-opening luxury hotel environment.