Purchase Manager

About Accor

Accor is a global hospitality leader that welcomes individuals as they are, offering career paths and brands that align with personal identities. We are committed to fostering growth and continuous learning, ensuring that work contributes meaningfully to your life and allows you to explore limitless possibilities within the Accor network. Join us to write your own career story and help shape the future of hospitality. Visit https://careers.accor.com/ to discover the opportunities awaiting you. Our ethos is to 'Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS'

Job Description

Accor is seeking a Purchase Manager to oversee and optimize procurement operations. This role involves developing and executing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a keen eye for detail to drive efficiency and support organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement policies, procedures, and strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Forecast procurement needs in collaboration with department heads for timely sourcing of goods and services.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage purchasing systems, ensuring accurate maintenance of purchase orders, supplier information, pricing, and contract terms.
• Address and resolve delivery discrepancies, pricing variances, and supplier invoice issues promptly.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve optimal value, quality, and service.
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers and products to improve quality, efficiency, sustainability, and innovation.
• Support sustainability and responsible sourcing by identifying local, ethical, and environmentally conscious suppliers.
• Monitor and analyze procurement budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-control measures.
• Collaborate with Finance and Operations teams to optimize spending and ensure financial compliance.
• Oversee inventory control, stock levels, and reorder points to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Mitigate risks associated with supplier reliability, quality, delivery, and supply chain disruptions.
• Maintain accurate documentation, contracts, and records for auditing and reporting.
• Prepare detailed reports on procurement activities, supplier performance, cost savings, and efficiency for executive review.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management with a track record of delivering results.
• Proficiency in using procurement and inventory management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor.
• Advanced negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in data analysis and financial acumen for budget management and cost optimization.
• Solid understanding of procurement policies, compliance, and regulatory standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing supplier relationships and evaluating vendors.
• Familiarity with food safety, traceability, and quality assurance standards.
• Experience in leading and developing procurement teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability and responsible sourcing practices.
• Relevant certifications in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field.

Additional Information

This role is based in the Greater Vijayawada District and requires a full-time, onsite presence.