Junior Purchasing Agent

About Belmond

Belmond is part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.

Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with remarkable properties that include the illustrious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla, Italian hideaways such as Splendido in Portofino, and gateways to natural wonders such as Hotel das Cataratas beside Brazil’s Iguassu Falls. From trains to river barges, safari lodges to hotels, each unique property has a distinctive story, personality, and identity, with a personalized team to match.

About the Role

Your Moment Awaits…. Belmond is hiring a Junior Purchasing Specialist to reinforce the purchasing activities within the Southern Europe Region which includes Italy, Spain and Portugal.

Work Location will be our Fiesole Area Office.

The role will report to the Area Director of Purchasing.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Be one of the main communicators to vendors for quote requests.

· Set competitive bidding where required

· Identify and implement new cost savings initiatives with suppliers

· Renewal of supplier agreements

· Finalize contracts to be started on company ERP

· Report number of bidding successfully completed

· Report benefits after review of contracting actions

· Support the strategic procurement initiatives and projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the organization.

· Preparation of supplier evaluations and administration

· Responsible for recommending and revising purchasing SOPs

· Management of purchase administration. This includes, managing purchase orders, order confirmations, price-quotations, product evaluation dossiers, complaints, supplier evaluations, supplier contracts and supplier files

Requirements

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Strong negotiations skills with contract management

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Detail oriented and highly organized

· Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks

· Excellent critical thinking skills

· Previous experience in a similar role

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Good analytical and reasoning skills

· Ability to think clearly under pressure

· Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner

· Ability to work effectively and relate well with senior management, colleagues and subordinates

· English language essential

· Spanish and Portuguese language desirable

Benefits

At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:

· Permanent labour contract according to C.C.N.L. Settore Turismo II Livello.

· Complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic destinations

· Wellness programs

We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry.

Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.

This is your moment. Apply today