Ph3Purchasing Manager – Mandarin Oriental Palace Luzern /h3 pBased at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern, the Purchasing Manager oversees all procurement activities to ensure timely and cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services, aligning with company standards and supporting the smooth operation of all hotel departments. The role reports to the Director of Finance. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liPreparing and analysing proposals and determining appropriate supplier selections based on company standards and expectations. /li liNegotiating cost‑effective purchases for supplies and services while meeting MOHG guidelines and quality specifications. /li liExamining and reviewing proposed products and services to ensure compliance with departmental specifications or standards, suggesting substitute items when beneficial. /li liAnalysing market conditions in relation to recent, current and anticipated purchases. /li liReviewing vendor/contractor history to ensure capability in producing required goods and services. /li liReviewing department requests and specifications to verify appropriate quality levels and cost effectiveness. /li liStandardising items in common use to eliminate unnecessary variations and reduce costs through bulk purchasing. /li liAnalysing trade journals, catalogues, directories and other technical material for market and price conditions. /li liInitiating and implementing research of new products and technologies to reduce procurement costs and improve quality. /li liConducting monthly and quarterly inventory reviews. /li liReviewing stock inventory levels and purchase patterns to maximise inventory value. /li liPreparing necessary purchasing documents in accordance with procurement requirements. /li liChecking and approving purchase orders before review by the Director of Finance and General Manager. /li liMaintaining a library of resource materials. /li liPreparing and updating all records, log books and journals related to purchasing and receiving standards and procedures. /li liEstablishing quality control and receiving standards. /li liProviding accounting staff with required approved documentation to enable timely placement, shipment and payment of materials and services. /li /ul h3Qualifications and Expectations /h3 ul liPrevious hotel purchasing experience preferred. /li liKnowledge of HACCP standards. /li liHands‑on experience with purchasing software and computer skills. /li liStrong communication and organisational skills. /li liGood negotiation and analytical skills. /li liFluency in English and German. /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liLearning Development programmes tailored to career stages. /li liMOstay programme offering complimentary stays and attractive rates for you and your loved ones. /li liHealth and wellness programmes for colleagues. /li liAccess to Swiss Deluxe Hotels for you and family. /li liAnd more. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr