Assistant Purchasing Manager

About Mandarin Oriental, Doha

Mandarin Oriental, Doha is a distinguished luxury hotel located in the heart of Msheireb Downtown Doha, fusing Qatari heritage with contemporary design. The hotel is conveniently close to Souq Waqif, Museum of Islamic Art, and the West Bay business district. As part of the globally recognized Mandarin Oriental Group, the property prides itself on delivering legendary service inspired by Asian culture while setting new standards in luxury hospitality.

Role Overview

The Assistant Purchasing Manager will support the Director of Purchasing Management and Purchasing Manager in managing the hotel's procurement operations. This position requires overseeing purchasing functions, ensuring procurement of supplies at the best possible price, and supervising the purchasing officers to guarantee smooth departmental workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain strong working relationships with all hotel departments and Corporate Purchasing.
• Lead, coach, and motivate the Materials Management team, deeply understanding their roles and duties.
• Negotiate cost-effective procurement of all supplies, services, Capex, and FF&E items in alignment with company guidelines and quality standards.
• Create purchase orders upon approval, securing necessary authorizations from the Director of Finance and General Manager before processing.
• Gather competitive price quotes and verify availability of requested items.
• Source and establish reliable supplier relationships and assist with contract negotiations.
• Coordinate regular inventories with Stores to ensure sufficient stock levels for all inventoried items across departments.
• Oversee accurate documentation for all received items following company purchasing and receiving protocols.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management, Accounting, or related field.
• Diploma or Degree in Purchasing or Procurement Management.
• At least 2 years of purchasing experience in a similar role within a 5-star hotel environment.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Cost Control.
• Proficiency in Procurement/Purchasing software, preferably Check SCM.
• Strong command of English language skills, both spoken and written.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive learning and development programs tailored to career growth.
• MOstay program offering complimentary or discounted stays at Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide.
• Health and wellness programs supporting work-life balance.
• Retirement plans contingent on length of service and role.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Transportation and housing provided.
• Relocation assistance and paid vacation tickets.