Procurement Manager

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom’s groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to a nature-focused resort. with 361 room, eleven distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont’s association as a world class golf destination. it will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 200km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled island, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites.

The Procurement Manager oversees the procurement of goods and services through competitive bidding to ensure optimal pricing and quality in compliance with Raffles & Fairmont control policies. This role manages core purchasing functions such as receiving and delivering supplies, maintaining organized storage facilities, and ensuring accurate filing systems for hotel inventory. Additionally, the Purchasing Manager supervises receiving clerks, streamlines shipping and receiving processes, and maintains tracking systems for all transactions, including guest package signatures. By implementing best practices in inventory management, vendor relations, and operational standards, the position plays a critical role in supporting efficient hotel operations.

• Maintain appropriate par stock levels for all inventory items; promptly notify the Director of Procurement of any variances or deviations.
• Ensure all purchases, requisitions, and orders have proper approvals and comply with hotel policies and procedures.
• Partner closely with the Culinary Director and Director of F&B to align purchasing strategy with menu development, product quality standards, and operational goals.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting of food, beverage, and commodity suppliers to secure optimal pricing, consistency, and value.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement in quality, service, and delivery reliability.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks to support cost control, forecasting, and budgeting in collaboration with F&B leadership.
• Implement and enforce procurement policies, inventory controls, and sustainability standards, ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with culinary and operations teams to support menu roll-outs, seasonal programs, and product evaluations, including tastings and specification approvals.
• Analyze purchasing data and KPIs to identify savings opportunities, waste reduction initiatives, and supply chain efficiencies across F&B outlets.
• Oversee product specifications, quality benchmarks, and standardization of ingredients and beverages across locations to protect brand and guest experience.
• Secure competitive bids and maintain supporting documentation; ensure inventory pricing reflects current information.
• Check all Purchase Orders (POs) for authorization, signatures, price verification, and vendor assignment; maintain and control filing of all POs and related documentation, ensuring accurate system input.https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/procurement-manager-raffles-and-fairmont-the-red-sea-saudi-national-in-fairmont-red-sea-umluj-saudi-arabia-jid-83547