Purchasing Assistant (Stores / Receiving)

Purchasing Assistant (Stores / Receiving)Shangri-La, The Shard

The primary responsibility of the Purchasing Assistant (Stores / Receiving) is to manage the Cellar and General Supplies Stores, ensuring stock is well-organized, properly rotated, and available as required. The role is 80% focused on Stores and 20% on Receiving, providing support in the Receiving Area as needed. The duties include monitoring stock levels, issuing goods to outlets, and ensuring compliance with FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation practices. Proper storage conditions must be maintained, especially for beverages and perishable supplies, with attention to temperature control and safety regulations.

Additionally, the Purchasing Assistant (Stores / Receiving) will work closely with the Purchasing Team, providing updates on stock movement, supplier performance, and product availability. The role also requires maintaining accurate records in the Adaco Inventory System, performing weekly stock reports, and ensuring stock accuracy of 99% during audits. This role also involves supporting the Receiving function during peak times, assisting with delivery verification, quality control, and returns coordination while ensuring compliance with food safety and HACCP requirements. The

Purchasing Assistant (Receiving / Stores) is also responsible for general admin within any purchasing areas, routine purchasing enquiries, data entry and maintaining housekeeping of the internal purchasing system.

Who are we?

Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London is the first elevated luxury hotel in the city. It offers 202 guestrooms and suites located throughout levels 34 & 52 of The Shard, Western Europes tallest building. With unparalleled views across London, the hotel features a number of signature dining venues & three river-facing event spaces. Level 52 is home to 24-hour gym, Western Europes highest infinity pool & bar. Located in London's most historic area, the hotel is near the financial hubs of the City and Canary Wharf as well as key tourist attractions such as Tate Modern, the Tower of London, St. Pauls Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and Borough Market.

What we are looking for?

• We are looking for someone with a pleasant & welcoming manner
• Experience within a Hotel group
• Flexible & adaptable to different working conditions
• Computer Knowledge

You will have:

• Previous experience within a similar role,
• Minimum 1 year in medium/large hotel/building maintenance
• Have oral & written fluency in English.
• Commitment to our values and beliefs.
• Ability to work on weekends and flexible throughout days and nights.

In joining the Shangri-La Hotel London, we will offer you an array of exclusive benefits and lifestyle options such as but not limited to:

Competitive and generous pension contribution scheme

50% discounts in our exclusive award-winning luxury Restaurants and Bars

CODE Hospitality membership

Complimentary dining whilst at work

Complimentary dry-cleaning service for your work attire

Annual season travel ticket loan to support you in your journey to work

Staff rates at properties worldwide

Exclusive discounts across London Bridge area via the Shard Card membership scheme

Loyalty benefits- such as complimentary stays, monetary recognition for long service

Investment in your personal development via our vast online Shangri-la academy courses

Internal promotions and endless opportunities

Unique cultural and engagement events across all teams

Immediate enrolment onto our employee recognition platform moments of joy

Financial recognition for introducing new successful team members into the hotel via our inhouse talent team

Please note that all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, without restrictions. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.