PURCHASING MANAGER

Company: RIU Hotels & Resorts
Department: Purchasing
Role: Purchasing Manager
Location: Zanzibar, Tanzania
Workplace Type: Onsite

About RIU Hotels & Resorts

RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company with more than 100 hotels in over 20 countries and more than 70 years of hospitality experience.

The company is known for its focus on exceptional service, innovation, sustainability, and warm hospitality.

In Zanzibar, RIU currently operates Riu Palace and Riu Jambo, with further operations under the RIU Zanzibar portfolio.

About the Role

RIU Hotels & Resorts is seeking an analytical, proactive, and results-driven Purchasing Manager to lead its procurement department in Zanzibar.

The successful candidate will oversee the complete purchasing lifecycle for food and non-food items, optimize hotel financial performance, maintain standard cost controls, and ensure high-quality supplier standards across RIU’s Zanzibar properties.

Key Responsibilities

1. Reporting and Corporate Alignment

• Report directly to the Regional Corporate Purchasing Manager.
• Ensure local purchasing operations are fully aligned with global corporate purchasing guidelines.

2. Tender Creation and Analysis

• Prepare, launch, and manage procurement tenders for food and non-food items.
• Conduct preliminary supplier comparisons.
• Work with the corporate department team on supplier analysis and final approval.

3. Procurement Operations

• Direct all daily purchasing activities.
• Source food and non-food items in accordance with company standards.
• Monitor compliance with procurement contracts.
• Prevent operational disruptions for all contracted items.

4. Standard Costing and Variance Analysis

• Manage standard pricing models.
• Analyze monthly prices and price deviations.
• Identify and monitor cost variances.
• Track supplier compliance.
• Protect operational margins through effective purchasing and cost management.

5. Team Leadership

• Lead, guide, and motivate the procurement team.
• Develop team talent and maintain high morale.
• Ensure effective procurement operations within a fast-paced resort environment.

6. Collaboration

• Work closely with other departments to anticipate supply requirements.
• Ensure seamless supply of goods and materials to support resort operations.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

Core Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate:

• High attention to detail.
• A methodical approach to work.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to anticipate and manage supply risks.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Language Skills

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Employee Benefits

RIU Hotels & Resorts offers:

• Attractive remuneration package and bonuses.
• Reliable and efficient staff transport.
• Nutritious meals while on duty.
• Single accommodation while on duty.
• Special discounts at RIU Hotels & Resorts properties worldwide.

Why Join RIU Hotels & Resorts?

Career Growth

RIU focuses on developing talent from within through:

• Training
• Mentorship
• Internal promotions
• Local and international career opportunities

Inclusive Workplace

RIU promotes an inclusive and collaborative working environment where employees’ ideas and contributions are valued.

Rewards and Benefits

Employees receive competitive compensation, benefits, and other perks in recognition of their commitment and contribution.

RIU’s Commitment to Diversity and Sustainability

RIU Hotels & Resorts values diversity, equity, and inclusion as important pillars of its success.

The company welcomes applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

RIU is also committed to sustainability and social responsibility through its Proudly Committed strategy, which places sustainability at the center of its business decisions.

The strategy focuses on minimizing environmental impact, promoting responsible practices, and contributing positively to communities where RIU operates.

About RIU Hotels & Resorts Asia Africa

RIU is the surname of the family that founded the business in Mallorca, Spain, in 1953, when the family purchased a small hotel in Playa de Palma.

The company developed a customer-focused service philosophy based on honesty and hard work. These values have been passed down through generations and continue to play an important role in RIU’s operations.

Founded: 1953
Employees/Coworkers: 38,257

Application Requirements

Applicants will be required to answer the following questions during the application process:

1. Are you currently living in Tanzania/Zanzibar?
2. How many years of experience do you have managing purchasing or procurement operations, preferably in hotels or resorts?
3. Do you have experience preparing and evaluating procurement tenders for food and non-food items?
4. Do you have experience managing standard costs, supplier price variances, and procurement savings in a hotel or resort environment?
5. What is your level of English proficiency?

English Proficiency Scale

0 – None: Cannot speak, write, or read English.

1 – Beginner / Elementary: Can understand basic phrases and introduce themselves but cannot yet conduct business or follow complex instructions.

2 – Intermediate (B1/B2): Can handle most workplace interactions and write simple emails, but may struggle with nuanced communication or very fast-paced group meetings.

3 – Upper-Intermediate (B2+): Can communicate fluently with colleagues and clients and give presentations and write professional reports with minor errors.

4 – Advanced / Fluent (C1): Can express ideas effortlessly and understand subtle professional jargon. Comfortable leading high-stakes negotiations and complex projects.

5 – Proficient / Near-Native (C2): Can understand virtually everything heard or read and has a high level of command of English, including idioms, cultural references, and complex technical terminology.

6. What are your annual gross salary expectations for this role?
   Applicants should state the expected amount in USD.

Note: RIU states that where a position is based at one of its resorts abroad, single-status accommodation and meals are included as part of the compensation package. This rule does not apply to city hotels.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the RIU Hotels & Resorts Asia Africa career site.

Applicants will be required to provide:

• First Name
• Last Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Additional supporting files, where applicable

Cover Letter: Required
Resume/CV: Required

Applicants may also choose to apply with LinkedIn.

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