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 experiences 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 experiences 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:

An oceanfront resort on Mexico’s pacific, set within a private reserve. Escape to a secluded nature reserve in Mexico’s Tamarindo, the pristine coastline where verdant jungle meets the Pacific Ocean. With our unique location on a private peninsula, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México, invites you to leave the world behind and explore this undiscovered region of Mexico – far from everything, yet remotely close. This particular topography, and the wildlife that calls it home, make the area a treasure to be protected. We provide a natural refuge for those who seek an authentic connection to Mexico, its biodiversity and culture. The best of Mexico has yet to be discovered.

Director Of Purchasing – Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo 

At Four Seasons we consider life and work richer when we truly connect with the people and the environment around us.  

Our family members are masters at their crafts – a gardener can become an artist, a manager a conductor, a chef, and an inventor. We look for employees who share the Golden Rule: people who, naturally, believe in treating others as we would have them treat us. We look for our people to characterize a shared passion for excellence and to infuse that enthusiasm into everything they do. 

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo in Jalisco, Mexico rests on 3,000 acres of a protected natural reserve on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. Its 157 rooms boast exceptional panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, enveloped by the surrounding jungle and lush golf course. 

Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo is heartily committed to showcasing the very best of Mexican Art, Culture, and Nature. The local community and their warmth are a key component of our guest experience, and our Director Of Purchasing will imbue a passion for this destination and the Culture. 

Be You:

The Director Of Purchasing will demonstrate the following key characteristics:

Ability to communicate clearly and openly, creating an atmosphere of mutual trust and teamwork.

Projects great energy.

Exaggerated attention to detail and ability to train and drive staff to excellence.

Highest level of integrity and transparency.

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work with cross-functional teams; to negotiate with vendors and influence stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving, decision-making, conflict-resolution, and strategic-thinking skills.

Master Your Craft:

The Director of Purchasing manages and coordinates the operations of the purchasing department ensuring all departments have adequate supplies.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Minimum two years experience as Resort Strategy Procurement Manager.

Basic knowledge of customs clearance of merchandise from abroad.

Understanding of high-end luxury Resort products.

Demonstrate adaptability to live in a remote location.

Strong research knowledge and background. 

Demonstrate flexibility to travel to get the best quality of Hotel and Restaurant products. 

Excellent English and Spanish (Preferred) language

What you will do:

Ensure all local and corporate policies, rules, internal controls and procedures, and safeguards as they relate to the Purchasing Department are complied with.

*Ensure proper authorization has been obtained for all hotel-specific purchasing contracts and conduct, manage and complete competitive bids in accordance with policy and ensure bids are on file were applicable prior to execution of contracts.

Monitor the status of slow-moving stocks and ensure a Slow-Moving Stocks Report is circulated monthly to the Director of Finance and the respective Division Heads concerned.

Ensure that all purchase order requests are properly documented and accounted for, completed, and approved before a purchase order is prepared and the items are purchased.

Supervise the day-to-day functions of the Receiving Clerk and ensure that all items received by the hotel are properly documented in accordance with Four Seasons Purchasing and Receiving Procedures.

Assist Accounts Payable Clerk in researching any discrepancies on invoices.

Ensure that all storage areas are secure, clean, and properly organized.

Establish and maintain par stocks on all inventoried items, keeping in mind that inventory levels must be kept as low as possible without compromising the efficiency of the Resort.

Coordinate purchases related to capital projects with the corporate Purchasing Department as well as outside contractors.

Conduct frequent quality control audits to ensure staff is properly trained and following established procedures.

Assist the Director of Finance and/or Assistant DOF in preparing forecasts and budgets as required locally, by the corporate office or Management Agreement.

Coordinate and participate as necessary in all month-end, quarterly or annual inventories of food, beverage, operating equipment, and supplies.

Familiar with hygiene standards and perform hygiene audits as required.

Monitor daily costs and prepare or review a daily and month-to-date Food & Beverage Cost Report.

As a Department Leader you will motivate and develop a team, leading by example at all times, and instill a culture of continuous learning and improvement among your staff.

You actively participate in Employee Relations activities and programs

You are actively involved in identifying and assessing the needs of your team and investing in their career development through effective coaching, training, and by instilling company values.

When dealing with guests and internal customers you live by the Golden Rule.

You demonstrate high standard awareness, by setting an example for standards execution, standards testing, and implementing action plans to achieve established product and service goals.

You will use your unique personality and service style to fulfill the Four Seasons Brand and Resort standards creating a special and memorable experience!

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts: 

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts opened its first hotel in 1961. Its story is a tale of continual innovation, remarkable expansion, and a single-minded dedication to the highest standards. For nearly 50 years, Four Seasons has transformed the hospitality industry by combining friendliness and efficiency with the finest traditions of international hotel keeping. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts have been ranked FORTUNE magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" EVERY YEAR since 1998 and named "Great Place to Work Legend", an honor currently held by only 12 companies in the world.

Service Culture

Currently operating 126 hotels and resorts, and 48 residential properties in major city centers and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards. Our greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our people. We believe that each of us needs a sense of dignity, pride, and satisfaction in what we do.

About Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo:

Our nature reserve spans 1,214 hectares (3,000 acres) and features 10 kilometers (6 miles) of coastline, making it an incomparable setting for discovery and freedom. With a deep respect for the environment (only 2% of the reserve is developed), we serve as the guardians of this vast natural sanctuary and as your guides to it. Our activities have been personally curated to allow you to experience this utopia and define the Tamarindo experience. Here, time goes by more slowly, and each moment of exploration brings you closer to everything and everyone around you. 

What it is Like to Work for Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts:

At Four Seasons, we guide all of our actions by the Golden Rule: “Treat others the way you would like to be treated.” Here, you will get to work on a team that is built on mutual respect, collaboration, excellent service, and a passion for service. As a luxury brand, your work will be also guided by very strict standards to ensure a high level of quality and service at all times. Expect to work hard but have fun and learn along the way, taking your career, experience, and skills to the next level. As an additional bonus, working with Four Seasons allows you to work for an international company and travel all over the world while staying at incredible properties for free!

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 We look forward to receiving your application!