Job Description

Purchasing and Logistics Assistant
Permanent contract / Crans-Montana, Switzerland
Les Roches Global Hospitality Education, in the top 2 for Employer Reputation of Hospitality & Leisure Management graduates by the QS World University Ranking, is a brand of the Sommet Education Group. Founded in 1954, Les Roches is a private institution based on the Swiss model of experiential learning, offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in the fields of hospitality, tourism and event management. Les Roches prepares entrepreneurial and innovative graduates across a global network of campuses in Crans-Montana (Switzerland), Marbella (Spain) and Abu Dhabi (UAE).
You share our values: Development, Distinctiveness, Joint commitment, Openness and Sense of service.
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Purchasing and Logistics Assistant to support the day-to-day procurement operations of our Institution. This role is crucial in ensuring timely, cost-effective purchasing and the smooth coordination of deliveries and inventory. The ideal candidate brings a strong logistics or supply chain background, ideally within a hospitality or educational setting.
Main Requirements:

• CFC or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Purchasing, or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in procurement or logistics; experience in hospitality or education is a strong asset.
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, supplier relations, and stock control.
• Proficient in ERP systems and MS Office applications; good grasp of purchasing and finance software.
• Fluent in French and English, both spoken and written.
• Highly organized and structured, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with HACCP, FIFO, and basic health and safety regulations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist the Purchasing and Logistics Manager in ensuring the right goods and materials are purchased at the right time, price, and quality.
• Prepare and process purchase orders based on requisitions and business forecasts.
• Liaise with suppliers, follow up on orders and deliveries, and resolve any discrepancies or delays.
• Receive, check, and store delivered items according to quality and safety standards.
• Monitor expiry dates of perishable goods and maintain clean, organized storage areas in compliance with HACCP standards.
• Coordinate the distribution of items to various departments according to internal requests and timelines.
• Track inventory across departments (F&B, Housekeeping, Office Supplies), input data into ERP, and ensure real-time accuracy.
• Verify and match delivery records with invoices; maintain updated price and supplier files.
• Prepare reports and provide internal stakeholders with up-to-date inventory and purchasing information.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion for operational excellence and want to be part of a collaborative and international environment, we look forward to your application!
Start Date: October 1st jid2e88c1da jit0625a jiy25a