Purchasing Officer

As a Purchasing Officer at The Dorchester, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Fantastic Employee bonus scheme and Excellent Service charge
• Complimentary stays including breakfast across the Dorchester Collection Hotels - up to 48 nights every year
• 50% F&B discount at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection
• Vibrant Social events that bring employees together including Summer party and Winter ball
• Amazing benefits such as discounts in various high street and online shops, seasonal ticket loan, rental deposit scheme and competitive Private Pension Scheme
• Apprenticeship, training and development opportunities - from Level 2 (Hospitality Team Member) up to Level 5 (Operations Manager) and many others.
• £ 750 bonus when you recommend a friend
• Access to immediate well being advice, because We Care about our employees

You'll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:

• You will be responsible for assisting in the efficient operation of the Purchasing department to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• Liaise with the various departments across the three UK properties to assist in purchasing orders and enquiries.
• Be organised and proactive with daily general administration, routine purchasing and general purchasing enquiries in order to maintain hotel standards.
• Passion for delivering exceptional service to both colleagues and guests across the properties
• You’ll also show flexibility and creativity in dealing with guests’ special requests or any challenges that may arise during the day

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Purchasing Officer, but we'll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you'll bring

• Knowledge of systems including Adacco and Docuware is advantageous.
• Sound computer and literacy skills is essential.
• Our values of, Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each and every day. As a Purchasing Officer you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong customer service ethic.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.