Purchasing Buyer

About Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Fairmont Doha

Raffles Hotels & Resorts has been an iconic name since 1887, known for its rich heritage and exceptional hospitality that resonates with generations. As part of a global network including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, with 90 locations worldwide and 34 upcoming properties, the brands combine historic elegance with contemporary luxury. Located together in the Katara Towers, Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha embody sophisticated and warm hospitality, crafting unique guest experiences within a remarkable environment that honors local culture and the environment.

Role Overview

The Purchasing Buyer plays a crucial role in procurement operations, focusing on acquiring goods and services that meet quality standards for smooth hotel functions. This position demands negotiating with suppliers, managing purchase orders, and maintaining balanced inventory levels to support overall business requirements. Attention to cost efficiency and adherence to company procurement policies are essential elements of this role, alongside efforts toward supply chain optimization and cost reduction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Procure materials, products, equipment, and services needed for hotel operations in accordance with business demands.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations, effectively negotiate prices, contract terms, and conditions.
• Generate purchase orders and ensure all necessary documentation is complete and accurate.
• Monitor inventory to prevent shortages or surplus stock, coordinating supply replenishment diligently.
• Foster and sustain robust relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure reliability.
• Track deliveries, address quality issues, pricing discrepancies, or delays promptly.
• Conduct market research to discover new suppliers and explore opportunities for cost-saving.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with organizational policies and contractual commitments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and department leaders to fulfill purchasing requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports on purchase activities, analyze spending patterns, and suggest enhancements for procurement processes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in luxury hospitality environments.
• Strong skills in negotiation, organization, and data analysis.
• Good understanding of procurement workflows, supplier relationship management, and inventory control principles.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication abilities and capacity to manage multiple stakeholders efficiently.
• Capability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments under time-sensitive conditions.
• Experience related to hotel and restaurant procurement is advantageous.

Application Process

Applicants will receive a mandatory email invitation to complete an evaluation questionnaire to assess alignment with the role and company culture.