Description

Summary

Located in the heart of Southern California's Coachella Valley, The Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas is a premier luxury resort known for world-class accommodations, championship golf, acclaimed dining, and rejuvenating spa experiences. We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead resort-wide procurement operations. This role is responsible for managing sourcing, vendor relations, and inventory control in alignment with brand standards and budget goals. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and brings strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of the hospitality supply chain.
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The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000. This is the pay range Grand Hyatt Indian Wells reasonably expects to pay. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience and education.
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Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all purchasing activities for the resort, including sourcing, ordering, and inventory management of goods and services across all departments (e.g., Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, Engineering, Spa).
• Ensure compliance with Hyatt's corporate procurement policies and local regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing, favorable terms, and consistent product quality.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with department heads to forecast purchasing needs and avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Receive invoices from vendors and create/submit purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and budget alignment.
• Implement and enforce internal controls to safeguard against waste, fraud, and inefficiencies.
• Conduct regular audits of purchasing activities and supplier contracts.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to support budget planning, cost control initiatives, and monthly reporting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, sustainability initiatives, and vendor consolidation to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage a small team or collaborate cross-functionally to ensure purchasing operations run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a hospitality or resort environment; luxury or full-service hotel experience highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hotel operations and supplier/vendor management.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with BirchStreet or similar procurement software is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, multitask effectively, and communicate across various departments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.