Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Purchasing Manager - Retail

Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
  • Minimum 3 years experience in purchasing, procurement, or retail operations.
  • Luxury hospitality or retail merchandising experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of inventory management and vendor relations.
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with high attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead retail purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement.
  • Monitor inventory levels and sales trends for profitability.
  • Build and negotiate vendor partnerships for product selection.
  • Collaborate with Retail Leadership to introduce aligned merchandise.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and inventory records.
  • Analyze purchasing performance for improvement opportunities.
  • Coordinate inventory counts and manage discrepancies.

Benefits

  • On-site Physical Therapist services.
  • 24-hour access to Gym facilities.
  • Holiday, vacation, and sick pay.
  • Robust benefits plan including health options.
  • Company match 401K plan.
  • Laundered employee uniform provided.
  • Free employee meals prepared by Four Seasons culinary team.
  • Complimentary stays at Four Seasons worldwide.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Employee recognition programs.
Full Job Description
About the location:
Oceanfront splendour in perfect harmony with nature. Surrounded by white-sand beaches and black-lava landscapes, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai is perfectly situated for all kinds of island adventures. The spirit of Hawaii, from its long-held traditions to its inspired art, informs every detail of our idyllic retreat.

PURCHASING MANAGER - RETAIL

The Purchasing Manager - Retail plays a vital role in supporting the success of the Resort's retail operations through strategic sourcing, inventory management, vendor partnerships, and merchandise procurement. This position ensures optimal inventory levels, drives operational efficiency, and helps curate a retail assortment that enhances the guest experience while supporting revenue goals.

Working closely with Retail Management, vendors, and resort leaders, the Purchasing Manager will oversee purchasing strategies that reflect the luxury standards and service excellence synonymous with Four Seasons.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Lead all retail purchasing activities to ensure the timely procurement of merchandise and operational supplies.
  • Monitor inventory levels, sales trends, and purchasing forecasts to maximize profitability and maintain ideal stock levels.
  • Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships while negotiating pricing, product selection, delivery schedules, and service agreements.
  • Collaborate with Retail Leadership to identify and introduce merchandise that aligns with guest preferences, market trends, and brand standards.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, inventory records, pricing updates, and purchase orders.
  • Analyze purchasing performance, inventory turnover, and retail metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
  • Coordinate inventory counts, audits, reconciliations, and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
  • Manage returns, damaged merchandise claims, vendor credits, and pricing discrepancies.
  • Support a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and service excellence across the resort.


WHAT TO BRING
  • Successful candidate must possess legal work authorization in United States
  • Minimum three years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, retail operations, supply chain, hospitality, or a related field.
  • Previous luxury hospitality, retail merchandising, or strategic sourcing experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes, inventory controls, and vendor management.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency with purchasing systems, inventory management software, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • A passion for luxury hospitality and delivering exceptional results.


JOIN OUR 'OHANA & ENJOY OUR AMAZING BENEFITS:
  • Salary: $81,937.05 annually
  • An on-site Physical Therapist
  • 24-hour access to Indoor and Outdoor Gym
  • Holiday, Vacation & Sick pay
  • Robust Benefit Plan
  • Company Match 401K Plan
  • Laundered Employee Uniform
  • Free employee meals prepared by the Four Seasons Culinary 'Ohana
  • Complimentary stays at Four Seasons Worldwide
  • Training and Development Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition Programs


Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons Resort Hualālai, visit us:

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We look forward to receiving your application!

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hotel and resort company that was founded in 1960 by Isadore Sharp. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and operates more than 100 hotels and resorts in over 40 countries. Four Seasons is known for its high-end amenities and personalized service, and has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. The company is privately held and has been owned by Cascade Investment, a company controlled by Bill Gates, since 2007.
Learn more about Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
Size
45,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1993

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