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Purchasing Manager, Lizard Island Resort

Delaware North
Cairns Full-day Full-time

Description:

Delaware North Australia is hiring a Purchasing Manager to join our team at our Lizard Island Resort. As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for resort purchasing and the cost-effective negotiation of all goods and services received by the resort. This includes the receival of all invoices, month end processes and stock take.


  • Liaise with procurement and general resort management to ensure best possible purchasing strategies are achieved and maintained
  • Negotiate cost effective purchases for all resort goods and services
  • Accurately calculate cost ratios such as cost of sales (COS), stock turnover, values, purchase order requisitions for all items of stock purchased by you
  • Minimise expenditure and maximise operating profits
  • Provide valid and correct information from data to assist Head of Departments in cost control decision making
  • Develop and establish sound, productive and professional relationships with new and potential suppliers
  • Issue Stock take schedules at relevant times to all relevant department heads
  • Conduct monthly stock takes of all items in the main beverage store and staff shop
  • Ensure all goods and services are ordered via the purchase order system
  • Review and check all invoices relevant to your purchase orders and ensure that they are properly coded, and entered into the inventory system

  • Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management, ideally in a resort or hospitality setting.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to calculate and interpret cost ratios and stock turnover.
  • Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Knowledge of inventory management systems and cost control software.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities efficiently.

Nestled within the Great Barrier Reef, Lizard Island is a sanctuary of natural beauty and tranquility. With just 40 rooms, suites, and villas set amid a 1,013-hectare National Park, visitors enjoy exclusive access to vibrant reefs and private beaches. At Lizard Island, you will create unforgettable memories for our guests in this breathtaking paradise.

24 Mar 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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