Company Description
Explore limitless possibilities, dreams and adventures on Hawai'i Island as you blaze a trail for a rewarding career in hospitality. Embrace our passion for Hawai'i's heritage, culture and traditions with amazing career opportunities that await you in paradise. Journey into a luxury oasis where the aloha spirit comes alive.
Fairmont Orchid is an award-winning luxury resort located on the majestic Kohala Coast of Hawai'i Island. Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian experience, surrounded by 32 oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls and a tranquil white sand beach and lagoon. Hawai'i's warmth and serenity are reflected throughout the design of our family-friendly hotel accommodations with spacious guest rooms, suites and the exclusive Fairmont Gold concierge floor.
Resort amenities include our Spa Without Walls, a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront pool, cultural activities, onsite restaurants, access to world-class golf, a 24/7 fitness center and a 10-court tennis pavilion. Inspired by culture, well-being and genuine aloha, Fairmont Orchid welcomes you to experience authentic Hawai'i.
What is in it for you: benefit available for fulltime or part time employees while being a part of the Fairmont Orchid 'ohana
- Premium preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits at competitive prices.
- We put you first & value you with employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage (1x annual salary) + Coverage is available for your 'ohana.
- We believe that hospitality has the power to unlock a better tomorrow with our 401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
- Don't just live in the moment - own your moment with 15 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately
- Incentive Bonuses are available to inspire creativity & dedication to deliver exceptional experiences.
- We go the extra mile by offering 50% discounts at hotel restaurants, 50% discount on retail items at our Fairmont Store & 30% discount of services offered in our Spa Without Walls.
- We are globetrotters taking advantage of our Travel Program with unlimited employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide)
- Complimentary meals in our employee dining facility
Job Description Reporting to the Director of Purchasing, you are responsible for leading and managing the day to day success of the Purchasing and Receiving Department. You will lead a talented team of professionals in a luxury resort environment while fostering a culture of excellence.
What you will be doing: - Manage, Lead and Train all Purchasing and Receiving staff
- Ensure all Purchasing and Receiving procedures and purchasing systems are in place to ensure quality, quantity, storage and cost control measures are maintained
- Estimate costs according to knowledge of market prices and review bid proposals with the ability to negotiate contracts within budgetary limitations
- Manage Monthly Inventory, oversee Storeroom upkeep.
- Plan, prioritize, and execute purchasing strategy to maximize the leveraging presented by hotel.
- Oversee the administration and control of national commitment contracts.
- Manage supplier-partner relationships to ensure contract compliance with Entegra Buying Group.
- Maintains a high level of professionalism in all aspects of job performance.
- Supervise, lead, and motivate the Purchasing team towards achieving exceptional results and employee engagement
- Ensures the achievement of financial objectives through accurate staffing and scheduling, consistently monitoring productivity and ensuring the accurate administration of payroll.
Other Duties as assigned
Qualifications
Your experience and skills include: - 1-2 Years Experience in a similar role
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities and handle a multitude of tasks, hotel and vendor requests
- Highly organized, results-oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
- Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
- Experience with a unionized environment is an advantage
- Must be physically able to lift 50lbs and possess a valid class 5 driver's license with clear abstract.
Additional Information
Salary Range:$70,000 - $80,000 USD
Visa Requirements:Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.
Your team and working environment: Come join our energetic and creative 'Ohana at the Fairmont Orchid. We work together as a dynamic team to drive guest satisfaction and brand reputation.
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.
We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit
About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts: At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That's why you'll find exceptional work opportunities - throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific - as well as industry leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotel that includes landmark locations like London's The Savoy, New York's The Plaza, and Shanghai's Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleague with fairness & dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award - winning Green Partnership Program. An exciting future awaits.
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