Job Description
Summary
Accor Hotels is hiring a Purchase Manager at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach, India. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity for procurement professionals to manage vendor relationships, optimize purchasing strategies, and ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services. If you have a strong background in supply chain, vendor negotiations, and purchasing management, this is a chance to advance your career with one of the world’s leading hospitality brands.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Purchase Manager |
|---|---|
| Company | Accor Hotels – Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach |
| Location | Visakhapatnam, India |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Permanent |
| Department | Procurement / Purchasing |
| Experience Level | Proven experience in procurement & supply chain |
| Education | Bachelor’s Degree in Business / Supply Chain (preferred) |
| Shift | Flexible / Rotational |
| Reference Code | REF79880L |
Responsibilities
As a Purchase Manager at Novotel Visakhapatnam (Accor Hotels), you will:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost savings.
- Oversee the complete purchasing cycle – from identifying needs to finalizing contracts.
- Negotiate agreements with vendors for favorable terms and pricing.
- Analyze supplier performance, market trends, and pricing data.
- Collaborate with internal teams to meet departmental requirements.
- Maintain accurate purchase, delivery, and inventory records.
- Ensure compliance with Accor’s procurement policies and regulations.
- Build and sustain strong vendor and supplier relationships.
- Implement inventory control systems for optimal stock levels.
- Prepare purchasing reports to support business decisions.
- Continuously enhance purchasing processes for efficiency and cost reduction.
Skills & Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Proven track record in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles.
- Strong knowledge of vendor management and negotiation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Preferred:
- Knowledge of ERP systems or e-procurement platforms.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM).
- Experience with inventory management systems.
Why Join Accor?
At Accor Hotels, we put people first. As part of a global team of 230,000 hospitality experts, you will benefit from:
- Employee benefit card with worldwide hotel discounts.
- Career growth within Accor properties globally.
- Training and learning opportunities to develop your skills.
- Inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace culture.
- Opportunities to contribute to Accor’s CSR and ESG initiatives.
Apply Now
Take the next step in your procurement career with Accor Hotels at Novotel Visakhapatnam Varun Beach. If you are passionate about vendor management, cost efficiency, and supply chain excellence, we want to hear from you.