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Director of Purchasing - Hosco

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31 julio 2025•201 vistas

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About the job

Company Description

SLS Barcelona, a five-star urban resort of extraordinary experiences, brings a new variety of seaside glamour, indulgence and excellence to Barcelona’s waterfront district of Port Forum. Here the hallmarks of an SLS wonderland – playful ambiance, VIP treatment, and theatrical experiences - meet idyllic views to set a lavish stage for the extraordinary to unfold. The only 5-star hotel in the city to feature a terrace off every guestroom (471 in total), SLS Barcelona is all-encompassing in its delight, offering an array of exclusive amenities including rooftop dining and bars, three inviting swimming pools, a spacious 800 square-meter ballroom with abundant natural light, break out rooms catering to all size of meetings, a rejuvenating spa, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Say farewell to the ordinary, and hello to the extraordinary!

Job Description

What you’ll do
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Director of Purchasing is a key strategic leader responsible for overseeing all purchasing and warehouse operations across the SLS Barcelona hotel and its food & beverage outlets. This role ensures that procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with company policies, while maintaining the highest standards of service and quality.

Build and maintain the purchasing system.
Develop, lead and manage the entire purchasing team.
Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
Resolve vendor grievances and claims.
Gather and analyze data, study sales and inventory records, identify suppliers, and stay on top of factors affecting supply and demand to forecast current and future costs of needed products and materials
Identify and interview potential suppliers to determine quality, price, reliability, and delivery terms, and make decisions to ensure that needed supplies arrive in time and at the right price
Administer bidding process and contracts for vendor performance/compliance within established limits for the purpose of securing items and/or services within budget and in compliance
Responsible for the procurement and expediting of all material supplies, equipment and services
Assists Finance/Accounting department in establishing purchasing policies, procedures, and controls in accordance with the company policies and needs
Oversee procurement compliance and ensure adherence to state regulations, brand standards, and internal audit controls.
Recommends substitutions for appropriate considerations, requests and analyzes quotes from vendors for unusual item.
Oversee procurement compliance and ensure adherence to state regulations, brand standards, and internal audit controls.

Qualifications

What we are looking for...
College Degree in Business, Hospitality, or Related field preferred.
At least five (5) or more years of Purchasing management experience for a hotel and F&B, preferably in an upscale or lifestyle brand hotel
Deep knowledge of procurement systems and tools, with proficiency in Opera, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Proven team leader with a high level of energy and motivation, a natural at managing and inspiring others in a way that gets the best out of them.
Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines and have a high-level attention to detail.
You combine analytical and methodical thinking with high attention to detail and a solution-focused approach.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in Spanish and English.
You make people feel good - your team, guests, and colleagues alike. You make a positive impact.
You are an excellent relationship builder, confident in working with other teams and leaders; you’re passionate about what we can achieve together.
You take ownership of important issues, solve problems, and make effective decisions.
You learn quickly and adapt to SLS’s unique culture.
You are humble and open to ideas. We leave our ego at the door and help get things done.
You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.

Additional Information

What's in it for you...
The opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that’s committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
Excellent discounts across the entire Ennismore family of brands.

SLS is part of Ennismore, a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collection of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Ennismore is a joint- venture with Accor, formed in 2021.

Department: Purchasing

The company

Opulent & Mischievous
SLS is crafted with the luxury and excellence of a grand hotel, and delivered with a mischievous wink and a sexy little smile. It’s the home of lavish and extraordinary experiences coupled with a playful ambiance. Culinary artistry, theatrical interiors, subversive design touches and unexpected indulgences are at the heart of every SLS property.