Cheval Blanc Assistant Purchasing Manager

About Cheval Blanc

Cheval Blanc Randheli is a luxury resort brand within the Cheval Blanc portfolio, part of a global group renowned for haute couture hospitality and refined guest experiences. The Maison combines contemporary design with an emphasis on personalized service and wellness, delivering high-end F&B, spa rituals and curated leisure across an intimate island setting.

Role & Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of goods and services across all resort departments.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (F&B, housekeeping, engineering, spa, and operations) to anticipate needs and define specifications.
• Source suppliers, conduct market analysis, and evaluate vendor proposals to secure quality products at competitive commercial terms.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and delivery conditions while maintaining strong supplier relationships aligned with the Maison’s standards.
• Administer purchasing systems and inventory modules to control stock levels, process purchase orders and monitor consumption patterns.
• Liaise with logistics and receiving teams to schedule shipments, track inbound deliveries and resolve discrepancies.
• Implement and maintain stock control procedures, performing regular inventory reconciliations and reporting on stock KPIs.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation, supply-chain resilience and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with brand standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or supply-chain operations within luxury hospitality or resort environments.
• Demonstrated experience with inventory control, procurement procedures and supplier coordination in a multi-department resort context.
• Proven track record negotiating commercial terms and managing supplier performance.
• Strong competency in coordinating logistics, transportation and delivery workflows for remote island operations.
• Organised, analytical and detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and documentation discipline.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive problem-solver able to operate in a dynamic, high-volume service environment.

Skills

Experience

Minimum five years of progressive purchasing or supply-chain experience, preferably within luxury hospitality or resort operations, including exposure to logistics, inventory control and supplier management in remote or island settings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Hospitality Management or a related discipline preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Workplace

Benefits

Generous financial package; board and lodging provided on-site; work attire provided and laundered; on-site clinic with doctor and nurse and access to health insurance; facilities including dedicated beach, bar, gym, self-service laundry and multi-purpose sports court.

Culture

The Maison cultivates an intimate, service-driven culture rooted in luxury hospitality and close attention to detail. Team members operate in a collaborative, guest-centric environment where operational excellence, discretion and a respect for sustainability and local surroundings are paramount.

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