Purchasing Manager

Job Description
Hugo's Group in Malta is looking to recruit a Purchasing Manager to join their team on a full-time basis.

Job role:
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for handling and overseeing the procurement of goods and services through appropriate processes to achieve optimum price value while maintaining superior quality consistent with the established control policies and procedures. The Purchasing Manager also maintains and organizes the storage facilities, ensures proper distribution, and assists in the implementation of key controls associated with the procurement and accounting of goods and services.

Responsibilities:

• Keep appropriate par stock on all inventories goods and notify Financial Controller of any variances or deviations in par stock
• Ensure that all purchases, requisitions, etc. have proper approvals and that all orders are placed and received in accordance with Hugo's group policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with local food and beverage storage laws, regulations, and codes
• Oversee and assist in unloading, receiving, sorting, stocking, securing, and distributing goods
• Participate in the inventory process (monthly, quarterly, and annually)
• Secure competitive bids and maintain appropriate supporting documentation
• Ensure inventory pricing reflects the most current information
• Review banquet event orders and consult with appropriate management for special requirements
• Track all price changes
• Keep the supervisor aware of any unusual occurrences and significant deviations from standards, policies, and procedures
• Daily: Purchasing and Receiving Requisitions.

Qualifications & Assets:

• A minimum of 4 years of progressive hospitality purchasing experience
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safe food handling standards and beverage management
• Must be proficient in Windows, Company approved spreadsheets, and word processing
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service oriented manner
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
• Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of information
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Hugo's Group:
Creator of innovative lifestyle experiences and powerful brands established in Malta since 2005, Hugo's Group has sharp expertise in festive, premium catering and hospitality. Between restaurants, bars, and luxurious hotels (Hugo’s Lounge, Hugo’s Terrace, Hugo’s Pizza & Pasta, Hugo’s Pub, Hugo’s Burger Bar, Bacco By Hugo’s, Infinity By Hugo’s, Hugo’s Boutique Hotel 3* and H Hotel 4*) we strive to enlighten the senses through inspired settings, a high level of customer service, exceptional food quality, affordable prices, dynamic music concepts and state of the art video and audio systems. We form an integral part of the island’s entertainment industry, with all our venues centrally located in and around Paceville, Malta’s central hub for socializing and nightlife. We are an ecosystem of brands and places, sharing the same culture of excellence and the same creative drive to exceed the expectations of our guests. Our ambition is based on five fundamental values shared by all our collaborators:
H – HIGH STANDARDS
U – UNWAVERING COMMITMENT
G – GROWTH AND LEARNING
O – OBJECTIVE DRIVEN
S – SUCCESS
Our employees are the core of what makes our group’s success, thus we care about their growth and aspirations by encouraging internal mobility, whether within functions or brands. We strive to provide leadership in shaping an inclusive culture that drives excellence, diversity, and innovation by supporting talent, engagement, and employee work experience. Hospitality is a value of the future, and we intend to embody it. Would you like to become part of our vibrant team?