Purchase Executive

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Finance Team as a Purchase Executive will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A minimum of 2-3 years of UAE-based experience as a Purchase Executive in a Luxury Hotel is preferred.
  
• A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
  
• ‘FIVE-Star’ knowledge of all Relevant Laws, Regulations and Ethical Standards Practices in Procurement Activities.
  
• Impeccable Communication Skills, both verbal and written, with fluency in English.
  
• Superior Problem-Solving Skills and the competence to Exceed Expectations in dynamic and competitive operational environments.
  
• A hands-on attitude, fuelled by a ‘Can-Do!’ Spirit.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Manages the Procurement Activities to ensure the Efficient and Cost-Effective sourcing of Goods and Services for FIVE.
  
• Identifies, evaluates, and selects Reliable Suppliers for various categories of Goods and Services, demonstrating a ‘FIVE-Star’ Approach to Procurement.
  
• Seamlessly Collaborates with various Departments, Suppliers, and Stakeholders to maintain High Standards of Quality while optimising costs, ensuring Procurement Processes align with its overall Goals and Standards.
  
• Negotiates Terms and Conditions with Suppliers to Secure Favourable Agreements in terms of Cost, Quality, and Delivery Schedules.
  
• Establishes and maintains Sensational Relationships with Vendors to ensure a Continuous Supply of High-Quality Products.
  
• Implements Quality Standards for all purchased Goods and Services, and ensures Timely Delivery.
  
• Effortlessly Collaborates with various Departments to understand their Procurement needs and create a Comprehensive Purchase Plan.
  
• Demonstrates a Remarkable Approach when conducting Supplier Audits to ensure Compliance with Quality Standards and Ethical Practices.
  
• Continuously Evaluates and Benchmarks Suppliers to Identify Opportunities for Cost Savings and Process Improvements.
  
• Identifies and Mitigates Potential Risks in the Supply Chain, such as Disruptions, Price Fluctuations, and quality issues.
  
• Maintains up-to-date Records of all Procurement Transactions, Contracts, and Agreements.
  
• Stays Informed about Market Trends, Pricing, New Products, and changes that may impact Procurement Processes, ensuring FIVE’s Procurement Practices consistently Remain Compliant and Set the Gold Standard.
  
• Generates and submits Regular Reports on Procurement Activities, including Cost Savings, Vendor Performance, and Compliance Metrics.
  
• Develops a Contingency Plan to address Supply Chain Challenges and Ensures Business Continuity.
  

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury Living and Hospitality, with its UAE-based Destinations being the first and only Hotels in the UAE to obtain the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC) for achieving 100% renewable electricity for 2022. The company's Science-Meets-Styled ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ Ethos has led to a completely LEED Platinum-certified operational hospitality portfolio. FIVE Palm Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village are also 3 Star SPIRE Rated Smart Buildings. FIVE Zurich, the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland, achieved an impressive 84 Points under LEED v4's BD+C and ID+C rating system, making it one of just five hotels worldwide to receive Platinum Certification. FIVE illustrates its Commitment to making ‘Sustainability without Compromise on Luxury Living’ central to its Future Vision, with FIVE LUXE already on track to acquire LEED Platinum (BD+C). These Achievements highlight FIVE’s Comprehensive and Committed Scope of Sustainability Strategy permeating Operations, Governance and Community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70 nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.