Procurement Analyst Middle East & Africa

Role Outline

Radisson Hotel Group is seeking to hire a Procurement Analyst to support our fast-evolving procurement synergies and leveraging activities across the various Middle East & Africa markets. The selected candidate will work within RHG Corporate Procurement Organization, reporting to the Area Senior Director of Procurement Middle East & Africa and will be based in Dubai, UAE.

The selected candidate will perform fact based, data driven analysis, and modelling on significant amounts of data across all procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain functions, therefore is expected to have excellent capabilities in using advanced analytical, statistical, data optimization and reporting tools to support our Market-Focused procurement synergies and leveraging activities across the Middle East & Africa.

This is a key support function which will enable the delivery of financial and non-financial benefits while ensuring compliance with RHG Procurement Policy and Processes, therefore a fast-paced, multi-dimensional role.

To be considered for this position you need to have advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI and other data analytics tools.

The selected candidate will also undergo extensive training and coaching on hospitality, procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain aspects principles and application within Radisson Hotel Group.

Key Responsibilities:

- Act as a member of the MEA Area Procurement team and contribute actively to the strategic transformation of the procurement function within RHG in MEA with a primary focus on data analytics, reporting tools and systems.

- Gather, consolidate, organize, and analyse market-specific controllable spend data to demonstrate meaningful findings with the aim of identifying synergies and leveraging opportunities within and across the Middle East & Africa.

- Support supply needs and research the market for potential suppliers.

- Assist in the preparation of E-Procurement events (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) as well as project approval, contracting and reporting documentation.

- Analyse commercial proposals and associated Sourcing Value Contribution from potential agreements including invoice savings, cost avoidance and other financial and quality improvement opportunities.

- Maintain up-to-date tracking of contracted vendors performance utilizing data automation to prepare regular reports on contract utilization and other KPIs.

- Support the Pre-Opening Process for RHG Middle East & Africa portfolio with enrolment and onboarding into the relevant Procurement Platforms and Tools.

- Maintain confidential information related to procurement activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

·   Good command of written and verbal business communication in English is a must.

·   Knowledge of a second language is a plus (Arabic or French).

·   Minimum 3 years work experience consolidating, organizing, and analysing large data sets.

·   Advanced knowledge and application of MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI and other data analytics tools.

·   Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or other relevant fields is a plus.

·   FMCG or hospitality procurement background is a plus.

·   Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities.

·   Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

·   Natural sense of organization, effective planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

·   Proactive approach to meeting deadlines and objectives.

·   Ability to work cohesively as part of a team but also alone.

·   Highly responsible & reliable. 

Radisson Hotel Group is a leading hospitality company serving as a true host and best partner to guests, owners, business partners and talent. Our eight unique hotel brands offer award-winning and exceptional hotel experiences, originating from our strong Scandinavian heritage of design and innovation. Our brands embody our modern vision of hospitality, including authentic local tastes, stylish living design, unique locations and vibrant social scenes.

Radisson Hotel Group brings a refreshed commitment to hospitality leadership to meet the changing travel industry and the bespoke needs of our guests. We provide exceptional service in all of our hotels across the globe and strive to deliver a hospitality experience that is beyond guest expectations.

CAREERS
Join us in our mission to make every moment matter for our guests and be part of the most inspired hotel company in the world. At Radisson Hotel Group we believe that people are our number one asset. As one of the world’s largest hotel companies, we are always looking for great people to join our team. If this sounds like an ambition you share, then start with us.

To find out more about the Radisson Hotel Group, our Culture and Beliefs, then why not visit us at careers.radissonhotels.com.

Role Outline

Radisson Hotel Group is seeking to hire a Procurement Analyst to support our fast-evolving procurement synergies and leveraging activities across the various Middle East & Africa markets. The selected candidate will work within RHG Corporate Procurement Organization, reporting to the Area Senior Director of Procurement Middle East & Africa and will be based in Dubai, UAE.

The selected candidate will perform fact based, data driven analysis, and modelling on significant amounts of data across all procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain functions, therefore is expected to have excellent capabilities in using advanced analytical, statistical, data optimization and reporting tools to support our Market-Focused procurement synergies and leveraging activities across the Middle East & Africa.

This is a key support function which will enable the delivery of financial and non-financial benefits while ensuring compliance with RHG Procurement Policy and Processes, therefore a fast-paced, multi-dimensional role.

To be considered for this position you need to have advanced knowledge of MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI and other data analytics tools.

The selected candidate will also undergo extensive training and coaching on hospitality, procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain aspects principles and application within Radisson Hotel Group.

Key Responsibilities:

- Act as a member of the MEA Area Procurement team and contribute actively to the strategic transformation of the procurement function within RHG in MEA with a primary focus on data analytics, reporting tools and systems.

- Gather, consolidate, organize, and analyse market-specific controllable spend data to demonstrate meaningful findings with the aim of identifying synergies and leveraging opportunities within and across the Middle East & Africa.

- Support supply needs and research the market for potential suppliers.

- Assist in the preparation of E-Procurement events (RFIs, RFPs, RFQs) as well as project approval, contracting and reporting documentation.

- Analyse commercial proposals and associated Sourcing Value Contribution from potential agreements including invoice savings, cost avoidance and other financial and quality improvement opportunities.

- Maintain up-to-date tracking of contracted vendors performance utilizing data automation to prepare regular reports on contract utilization and other KPIs.

- Support the Pre-Opening Process for RHG Middle East & Africa portfolio with enrolment and onboarding into the relevant Procurement Platforms and Tools.

- Maintain confidential information related to procurement activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

·   Good command of written and verbal business communication in English is a must.

·   Knowledge of a second language is a plus (Arabic or French).

·   Minimum 3 years work experience consolidating, organizing, and analysing large data sets.

·   Advanced knowledge and application of MS Excel, MS Access, Power BI and other data analytics tools.

·   Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or other relevant fields is a plus.

·   FMCG or hospitality procurement background is a plus.

·   Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities.

·   Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

·   Natural sense of organization, effective planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

·   Proactive approach to meeting deadlines and objectives.

·   Ability to work cohesively as part of a team but also alone.

·   Highly responsible & reliable. 

Radisson Hotel Group is a leading hospitality company serving as a true host and best partner to guests, owners, business partners and talent. Our eight unique hotel brands offer award-winning and exceptional hotel experiences, originating from our strong Scandinavian heritage of design and innovation. Our brands embody our modern vision of hospitality, including authentic local tastes, stylish living design, unique locations and vibrant social scenes.

Radisson Hotel Group brings a refreshed commitment to hospitality leadership to meet the changing travel industry and the bespoke needs of our guests. We provide exceptional service in all of our hotels across the globe and strive to deliver a hospitality experience that is beyond guest expectations.

CAREERS
Join us in our mission to make every moment matter for our guests and be part of the most inspired hotel company in the world. At Radisson Hotel Group we believe that people are our number one asset. As one of the world’s largest hotel companies, we are always looking for great people to join our team. If this sounds like an ambition you share, then start with us.

To find out more about the Radisson Hotel Group, our Culture and Beliefs, then why not visit us at careers.radissonhotels.com.