Purchasing Supervisor

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced Purchasing Supervisor to oversee procurement operations at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq , ensuring the timely sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of high-quality goods and services required for smooth resort operations in a remote luxury desert environment. Reporting to the Finance or Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for managing day-to-day procurement activities, maintaining supplier relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance. This role plays a key part in supporting all departments by ensuring that operational needs are met efficiently and sustainably. The Purchasing Supervisor will work closely with department heads to forecast requirements, manage inventory levels, and ensure that all purchases align with budgetary controls and brand standards. This position requires strong organizational skills, negotiation ability, and a deep understanding of hospitality procurement processes. Key Responsibilities • Oversee daily purchasing activities for all resort departments, ensuring timely procurement of goods and services. • Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. • Maintain strong relationships with vendors and ensure adherence to contractual agreements and service standards. • Process purchase requests and ensure all approvals are obtained in line with company policies and procedures. • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to forecast purchasing needs and prevent shortages or overstocking. • Ensure all purchased items meet brand standards, quality specifications, and operational requirements. • Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier databases, and documentation for audit and reporting purposes. • Work closely with Finance to track budgets, control costs, and ensure financial compliance in procurement activities. • Coordinate with Receiving and Stores to ensure proper inspection and delivery of goods. • Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and operational efficiency. • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical sourcing standards, and sustainability initiatives. • Support inventory control processes, including stock rotation and reconciliation when required. • Liaise with department heads to understand operational needs and anticipate future requirements. • Assist in developing and improving purchasing systems and procurement procedures. A highly organized and analytical procurement professional with strong negotiation skills and a passion for operational excellence. You thrive in structured yet dynamic hospitality environments and understand the importance of balancing cost control with quality and service standards. You are detail-focused, reliable, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a remote luxury resort setting. You take pride in ensuring smooth operations by delivering the right products at the right time, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and financial discipline. You are not just managing purchases you are ensuring the backbone of resort operations runs efficiently and sustainably at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq . Qualifications Minimum Requirements • 3 5 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, or Supply Chain roles , preferably within a luxury hotel or resort environment. • Strong knowledge of hospitality procurement processes, inventory control, and vendor management . • Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills. • Experience working with inventory management or purchasing systems/software . • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail. • Good understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial procedures. • Ability to work in a remote resort environment with limited supply chain access . • Fluent in English , both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage. • Strong organizational and time management skills. • Commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and operational excellence.