Purchasing Supervisor - voco Cairo Arabella Plaza

At voco Cairo Arabella Plaza, the very first voco in Egypt, we’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Supervisor to join our team. 

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to support the smooth operation of our hotel.

As part of the voco family, you’ll play a key role in upholding our standards of quality, efficiency, and sustainability while contributing to an exceptional guest experience.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:


* Responsible for meeting the purchasing requirements of the hotel.


* Provide accurate and timely feedback on market conditions, including product availability, delivery lead times, seasonality, and price trends.


* Monitor vendor reliability and establish new supplier contacts.


* Continuously update price quotations and secure the timely delivery of all market list items.


* Obtain quotations for stock items at re-order points and other requested materials; evaluate options, obtain approvals, and place purchase orders.


* Stay updated on market trends and notify management of significant price fluctuations (greater than 10%) or changes that may affect procurement.


* Handle cash payments in line with hotel purchasing policies.


* Coordinate with the Hygiene Officer/Doctor to resolve issues in compliance with hygiene standards upon receiving goods.


* Review and provide weekly reports on all pending purchase orders across departments.


* Supervise daily purchasing activities to ensure requests are processed accurately and on time.


* Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best quality, price, and service.


* Ensure all purchasing activities comply with hotel policies and local regulations.


* Maintain and develop strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance and resolving discrepancies or delays.


* Work closely with Stores and Receiving to maintain proper inventory control and stock levels.


* Support sustainable purchasing practices in line with IHG Green Engage initiatives.


* Verify purchase orders, quotations, and invoices before submission for approval.


* Monitor departmental budgets, ensuring cost efficiency.


* Prepare purchasing reports, cost analyses, and market comparisons for management review.


* Provide training on procurement policies, systems, and supplier communication.


* Collaborate with F&B, Engineering, Housekeeping, and other departments to meet operational needs.

What we need from you


* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.


* 3–5 years of hotel purchasing experience.


* Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.


* Knowledge of procurement systems (e.g., Sun System or similar) is preferred.


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