We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Purchasing to join the Claridge’s Purchasing team.
Maybourne operates some of the world’s most extraordinary hotels, including Claridge’s, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The Emory in London, the Maybourne Beverly Hills and the Maybourne Riviera in the South of France, where exceptional experiences and stories of distinction are crafted that celebrate the design and character of every destination.
One of Maybourne's storied hotels is Claridge's, a place shaped by centuries of enduring artistry. A rich symphony of experience, where every moment unfolds with unforgettable flair. A place where tradition is treasured and history continues to inspire. For over two hundred years, those who choose Claridge’s for life’s finest moments become part of its brilliant legacy.
Claridge’s is a family of the best and brightest, proudly serving the best and brightest. The calibre of our staff is unparalleled, as are our esteemed guests. Our people are a manifestation of our ethos - generous, passionate and truly personal. Claridge’s is a place that invites you in, embraces you, and make your spirit soar.
Purchasing
Each day within our Purchasing department is a seamless orchestration of sourcing products that uphold Claridge’s standards, while ensuring seamless coordination as deliveries arrive from a variety of suppliers. As part of the Purchasing department, you will pay meticulous attention to every item that enters the hotel and ensure that it is handled and distributed with the same care that defines the service we provide to our guests. It is a department rooted in anticipation and refinement—balancing cost, quality, and timing to support every department behind the scenes.
As Assistant Director of Purchasing you will be responsible for:
- Maintaining all systems that cover every aspect of the hotel’s purchasing, including the receiving, storage, control and distribution of goods, in line with Company standards.
- Ensuring purchase order procedures are in place and adopted within the hotel for goods of any kind and that specific authorisations are gained prior to processing.
- Ensuring the team follows the correct procedures with all deliveries, advising relevant departments that products have arrived and deliver as necessary.
- Ensuring invoices are checked, verified and approved prior to processing for payment.
- Implementing all operating and control procedures to ensure that movement of goods into and within the hotel is properly accounted for.
- Proactively assist and support monthly stock-takes of the inventory storerooms and other areas as directed and to support effective stock Management.
- Ensuring that inventoried items are stored properly and issued in rotation to minimize wastage and spoilage.
Successful candidates for our Assistant Director of Purchasing opportunity will:
- You will have a passion for food and quality products, be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.
- Provide intuitive service, with absolute understanding of our guests needs to create exceptional service experiences, that result in lasting memories
- Be motivated, creative and have worked in a similar role, within a five star or fine dining environment.
- Be confident in leading, supporting and motivating a team.
- Be a team player who is an avid learner who wants to be challenged and developed.
This is an exciting role for a talented individual who is looking for a new challenge and wants to join a fast paced and high performing hotel team renowned for their approach and delivery of unparalleled service.
Here at Maybourne, we strive to reward our colleagues for the incredible work they do every single day. In return for your hard work and dedication we offer you:
Financial Stability
- Excellent salary package.
- Family Friendly company policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
- Holiday allowance increase after 3 and 5 years of service.
- Travel Season Ticket Loans.
- Pension Scheme*.
Health and Wellbeing Support
- Subsidised monthly Podiatrist and Masseuse treatments.
- Flu vaccination vouchers*.
- Eye test vouchers and contributions towards glasses*.
- 24-hour colleague assistance helpline.
- On and off-site Occupational Health Service.
- Death in Service salary contribution.
- Various wellbeing activities focused on mental and physical health.
- A complimentary state-of-the-art all-day dining staff restaurant serving a range of nutritious meals.
Recognition and Career Development
- Referral Scheme ‘Introduce a Star’ where you can earn up to £1,500*.
- Instant colleague recognition and award programme with generous prizes.
- Colleague of the month nominations with generous prizes.
- Additional paid day off to celebrate your Birthday.
- Internal transfer and promotion opportunities.
- In-house training and development team with a strong focus on career progression and personal growth.
- Long service awards.
Memorable experiences
- Preferential room rates of £50 per overnight stay for yourself or your family across Maybourne.
- Hotel Guest Experience Stay* including an overnight stay and wining and dining at our renowned restaurants and bars.
- 50% Food and Beverage discount* across Maybourne.
- Social events (Annual Awards, Summer Maybourne Picnic, Welcome to Work, Annual Colleague Party, Annual Colleague Children’s Party, etc.)
- Wedding and Baby gifts.
- Retirement functions.
- Terms and conditions apply to all benefits.
In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
