Assistant Director of Material

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the hotel's operational and financial objectives.

• Oversee the purchasing of food, beverages, operating supplies, equipment, furniture, fixtures, and services.

• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and service agreements to maximize value and minimize risk.

• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods and services to meet operational requirements.

• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with department heads to maintain optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and overstocking.

• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.

• Conduct regular market analysis to identify new products, suppliers, and cost-saving opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, ethical sourcing practices, and local legal requirements.

• Implement and maintain procurement systems, purchasing controls, and approval processes.

• Monitor supplier performance through regular evaluations and corrective action plans where necessary.

• Lead tendering and request-for-proposal (RFP) processes for major purchases and capital projects.

• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and key performance metrics for senior management.

• Work closely with Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, Rooms Division, and other departments to ensure uninterrupted operations.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing and receiving teams.

• Experience in the hospitality industry, preferably with luxury or international hotel brands.

• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory management, and contract administration.

• Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

• Knowledge of local procurement regulations and ethical sourcing standards.

experience is an asset

Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus