Store and Purchase

**Job Title**: Stores & Purchase Manager
**Location**: Ooty, Tamil Nadu
**Industry**: Hospitality (Resort)
**Reports To**: Resort Manager / General Manager

**Job Summary**:
The Stores & Purchase Manager is responsible for managing the procurement of goods and maintaining inventory control at the resort. They ensure that all supplies, including food, beverages, housekeeping materials, and maintenance items, are procured efficiently and stocked appropriately while maintaining cost-effectiveness and quality standards.

**Key Responsibilities:1. Procurement & Vendor Management**:

- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective purchasing.
- Ensure timely procurement of food, beverages, housekeeping materials, and other operational supplies.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships to secure quality products at competitive prices.
- Compare quotations and prepare purchase orders as per resort requirements.

**2. Inventory Management**:

- Maintain accurate records of stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.
- Implement an effective inventory control system to minimize wastage and pilferage.
- Conduct regular stock audits and physical verification.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of all supplies, maintaining hygiene and safety standards.

**3. Budgeting & Cost Control**:

- Monitor and control procurement costs to stay within budget.
- Optimize purchasing strategies to reduce expenses without compromising quality.
- Work with the finance team to ensure timely payments and budget adherence.

**4. Compliance & Documentation**:

- Ensure that all purchases comply with resort policies and government regulations.
- Maintain updated records of purchases, stock movements, and supplier contracts.
- Handle documentation related to GST, invoices, and payments.

**5. Coordination with Other Departments**:

- Work closely with the kitchen, housekeeping, and maintenance teams to understand their procurement needs.
- Ensure uninterrupted supply of essential goods for smooth resort operations.
- Address urgent purchase requests efficiently.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Hotel Management.
- 3+ years of experience in stores and procurement, preferably in the hospitality industry.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Knowledge of inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of hospitality purchasing standards and compliance regulations.
- Ability to multitask and handle procurement in a fast-paced environment.

**Perks &** benefits
- Accommodation and meals.
- Career growth opportunities within the resort

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Food provided
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Supplemental Pay:

- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person