Purchasing Manager

About:

Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing

experience:

s for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest

experience:

s is through a world-class employee

experience:

and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime.

It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About:

the location: Nestled along a two-mile (3.2-kilometre) stretch of beach in Puerto Rico’s Bahia Beach community, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is also surrounded by its own 483-acre (195-hectare) private nature reserve. The property is seamlessly integrated with its natural surroundings, allowing guests and residents to immerse themselves in the white sand beaches, verdant walking trails, and myriad outdoor activities – from golf, tennis, swimming and beyond.

What you:

will do: Ensure compliance with all local and corporate policies, internal controls, and standard operating procedures related to the Purchasing Department. Obtain proper authorization for all purchasing contracts; manage competitive bidding processes and maintain bid documentation prior to contract execution.

Work closely with the Chef and Director of Food & Beverage to source the highest quality products at the most competitive prices.

• Review and approve all purchase requests prior to issuing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

Supervise the Receiving and Storeroom functions to guarantee all deliveries are received, documented, stored, and issued in accordance with Four Seasons standards.

• Maintain secure, clean, and organized storage areas with accurate inventory controls and optimal par stock levels.
• Coordinate capital project purchases and operating equipment

requirements:

with the Corporate Purchasing Department and external vendors.

• Support Accounts Payable by investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Conduct regular quality control audits to ensure compliance with established procedures and training standards.
• Monitor slow-moving stock and issue monthly reports to the Director of Purchasing and relevant Division Heads.
• Participate in month-end, quarterly, and annual inventories of food, beverage, and operating supplies.
• Track daily expenses and support the Finance team with cost analysis, forecasts, and budgets.

Foster strong relationships with all departments and the Corporate Office to ensure efficient and collaborative purchasing operations.

• Lead, motivate, and develop your team by promoting a culture of integrity, accountability, and service excellence.

Uphold Four Seasons standards and embody the Golden Rule in all interactions.

What you:

bring: Minimum 3-5 years of

experience:

in purchasing, preferably within the luxury hospitality industry. Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier management, and customs procedures for international trade. Excellent negotiation, research, and communication

skills:

, with flexibility to travel when required to source the best products. Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and maintain inventory accuracy. Familiarity with premium hotel and restaurant products. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. Ability to embody the Four Seasons culture and service philosophy.

What we:

offer: Competitive salary and a comprehensive

benefits:

package Market-leading pay and

benefits:

(Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement Savings Plan) Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Complimentary dry cleaning for business clothing Complimentary employee meals Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days Culinary, retail and wellness

experience:

s at special rates Four Seasons is an Equal

Opportunity:

, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf Dedicated to perfecting the travel

experience:

through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of -the

opportunity:

to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.