Director of Purchasing

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Centuries-old Lebanese hospitality with a modern twist. At Four Seasons Hotel Beirut, our passionate team of local insiders can’t wait to introduce you to the people and places that make our stylish and friendly city tick. From the Hotel’s downtown location, you can set out to explore the capital’s bustling markets, admire ancient ruins, bask in the sun along our Mediterranean coastline and discover the natural wonders that lie within the snow-capped Lebanese Mountains just a short drive away. Or, simply take it all in at once from our 26th-floor rooftop, offering one of the best views in the entire city.

Please note that, for work permit restrictions, only Lebanese Nationals or Lebanese ID holders will be considered.

Non-Lebanese candidates with valid work permit may also be considered.

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut is part of Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, an international luxury hospitality company headquartered in Toronto, Canada, which currently operates more than 100 hotels worldwide and has been listed in FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to work for since 1998.

Join our Team

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut is currently looking to hire a “Director of Purchasing” to join our amazing team.

We Hire Motivated People And Train Them To Provide An Excellent Service In An Environment Where They Can Thrive. Four Seasons Culture Breeds Success And Rewards It In Many Different Ways. We Encourage And Expect All Of Our Employees To Behave Consistently In a Manner Which Demonstrates:

  • Commitment to supportive teamwork and open communication
  • Responsibility for ongoing enhancement of their skills and performance
  • Recognition of personal accountability for their own actions and the outcomes of those actions
  • An understanding of the effect of their behavior on our guests, their fellow employees and the reputation of the Company

Ideal Candidate:

  • Ensure that purchasing strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets
  • Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities
  • Take ownership of the purchasing policy, guidelines and any associated documents
  • Initiate and develop creative and innovative procurement processes
  • Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic level
  • Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms
  • Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
  • Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
  • Coach, mentor and develop direct reports and manage a high performing team that delivers continuous improvement
  • Set department objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performance
  • Ensure strong communication between teams under leadership to facilitate exchange of information

Knowledge And Skills:

Minimum 5 years of experience at a Managerial capacity

Strong Communication and Negotiation skills

Proficiency in English

What To Expect:

  • Competitive salary
  • Transportation allowance as per Lebanese Labor Law
  • Medical / life insurance
  • Complimentary Employee Meals
  • Excellent Training and Development opportunities
  • Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
  • Employee Recognition Programs

Please note that, for work permit restrictions, only Lebanese Nationals or Lebanese ID holders will be considered.

Non-Lebanese candidates with valid work permit may also be considered.

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut is part of Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, an international luxury hospitality company headquartered in Toronto, Canada, which currently operates more than 100 hotels worldwide and has been listed in FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to work for since 1998.

Join our Team

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut is currently looking to hire a “Director of Purchasing” to join our amazing team.

What To Expect:

  • Competitive salary
  • Transportation allowance as per Lebanese Labor Law
  • Medical / life insurance
  • Complimentary Employee Meals
  • Excellent Training and Development opportunities
  • Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
  • Employee Recognition Programs
Post date: 3 September 2024
Publisher: LinkedIn
Post date: 3 September 2024
Publisher: LinkedIn