Company Description
Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur
Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences
Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur, the only international brand in Sriperumbudur-Oragadam industrial area and automobile hub. It is a 45-min drive from Chennai airport, and Mahindra world city and just 29 mins from Marimalai Nagar. The hotel features an all-day dining restaurant with alfresco, multiple meeting spaces, a fitness center, travel desk and entertainment facilities. This hotel, located opposite to Apollo Tyres, is also in close proximity to major corporations & IT companies.
Singaperumal Koil and Chengalpattu industrial areas are in vicinity. Kanchipuram famous for its historic temples and Kanjeevaram sarees, Mahabalipuram for its historic monuments and beaches are within an hour drive. Guests can visit historical monuments at Mahabalipuram, the famous Ekambareshva and Kailasanatha temple at Kanchipuram amongst many others. Chennai city Centre is easily accessible to guests via the highway.
Job Description
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for assisting the Purchasing Manager in the day-to-day purchasing functions. The Stores & Receiving Associate processes purchase indents and organizes system for follow up of pending supplies. He/she facilitates and administers purchase in the absence of the Purchase Manager after due approval has been obtained.
Reporting Lines to Purchase Manager
Primary Responsibilities
Purchasing Administration
- Expedite the delivery of purchase orders
- Assist in preparing requests for quotations
- Obtain competitive pricing (at least 3 Bids) for specifications as directed
- Prepare budget shells from designer specifications
- Prepare reports such as bid summaries
- Close project files and maintain project storage log
- Maintain disclaimers, credit applications and vendor information
- Able to maintain Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) standard at all levels, from sourcing of products to storage
Other Responsibilities
- Be aware of the hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
- Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management
- Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
- Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management
Qualifications
Knowledge and Experience
- Diploma education
- Minimum 2 years of experience in an office administrative role or 1 year of experience in a similar capacity
- Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
Additional Information
Competencies
- Good communication skills
- Service oriented with an eye for details
- Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
- Self-motivated and energetic
- Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times
