About Us:

Regent Santa Monica Beach—an IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) property—lands in Santa Monica in 2024 as the first destination in the Americas. The resort will set a new standard for modern upper luxury.

Located steps from the famed Santa Monica Pier, the resort will celebrate the beauty of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays through a blend of serenity and a touch of decadence. The resort will feature sumptuous rooms and suites, along with a stunning beachfront pool deck, a destination spa, and a wellness center. Additionally, Regent Santa Monica Beach will welcome guests for unforgettable epicurean experiences, including a restaurant concept created in collaboration with an acclaimed celebrity chef as well as a high-end artisanal marketplace.

Job Summary:

As a Purchasing Coordinator at Regent Santa Monica Beach, you will be at the heart of our procurement operations, working under the guidance of the Director of Purchasing. Your role will focus on assisting with the acquisition, tracking, and management of hospitality-related products and services. This position demands a keen eye for detail, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative spirit to ensure alignment with Regent policies and the smooth running of all purchasing functions.

A little bit about your day:

Reporting to the Director of Purchasing, every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

• Uphold and promote Regent’s philosophy and style through exemplary personal conduct and grooming standards.
• Identify and assess potential suppliers to enhance our procurement strategy.
• Ensure all purchasing practices comply with internal policies and external regulations, while managing orders to monitor backorders and delivery timelines.
• Keep detailed records of all purchasing data.
• Receive and cataloging of all guest packages in accordance with KYC requirements.
• Produce routine reports on expenditures, supplier performance, and cost efficiency.
• Work across departments to gather precise procurement requirements.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with colleagues, suppliers, and vendors to facilitate seamless purchasing processes.
• Promptly address any concerns related to orders, deliveries, or supplier performance.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to address discrepancies and uphold customer satisfaction.
• Monitor inventory to manage supplies efficiently and forecast future requirements, utilizing tools like Birchstreet inventory management systems.
• Ensure all purchased goods meet our quality criteria, conducting regular quality assessments, and swiftly handling any quality discrepancies.
• Adhere to all relevant standards and legal requirements pertaining to purchasing and receiving.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

What we need from you:

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, preferably within a luxury hotel setting.
• Familiarity with Birchstreet or similar procurement systems is strongly preferred.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• A detail-oriented approach with superior problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Capable of multitasking effectively in high-pressure environments.
• Physical ability to stand and move around the property as needed.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds, when required.
• A commitment to discretion, professional integrity, and maintaining high standards.

What you can expect from us:

The hourly pay range for this role is $31.00 to $33.00. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Regent Santa Monica Beach. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. A colleague’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual colleagues share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care, that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve.

In return, we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?Regent is the epitome of modern luxury for the world’s most discerning travelers. Pushing the boundaries of refined living since 1971, Regent colleagues have set out once more to reimagine uplifting experiences that balance serenity and stimulation to heighten the senses. This, is new. This, is Regent.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.