PURCHASING MANAGER

The Lux Collective is hiring for the position of PURCHASING MANAGER based at SALT of palmar, Mauritius.

The incumbent will be responsible to:

• Know how to evaluate market conditions and different suppliers.
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships with service providers and suppliers.
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
• Supervise and conduct regular stock checks and inventory controls as well as organise for replenishment so as to ensure that materials and supplies are available at all times.
• Actively participate in the reception and stocking of materials and supplies.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.  
• Ensure the proper maintenance of the store section and ensure that the storage of materials and supplies comply with the Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain an awareness of all product knowledge information such as the purpose and handling of equipment and accessories used in the resort.

Qualifications

• At least High School Certificate or equivalent qualifications.
• Tertiary education at Advanced Diploma level or Degree level majoring in Business Administration or Logistics or Accounting related fields from a recognised institution or equivalent qualifications.

Previous Performance

• A minimum of 10 years of working experience in a Retail or Purchasing department preferably in the hospitality industry.
• A minimum of 2 years of working experience in a similar position.

Other Requirements

• Passionate about service.
• High levels of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational, financial and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Extensive knowledge of stock management and control.
• Ability to cope with a demanding schedule and heavy workload when necessary.
• Ability to respond and adapt to various situations and circumstances.
• Strong mathematical and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively and independently.
• Ability to multi-task and meet multiple deadlines.
• A keen eye for detail.
• Self-starter, technical skills and goal oriented.
• Highly interactive and a great team player.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English language.
• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule.
• A clean certificate of character is a must.