Supports purchasing and finance operations by preparing purchase requests and orders, tracking supplier quotations, maintaining procurement records, verifying invoices and documentation, monitoring approval workflows, preparing reports and KPIs, reconciling purchasing transactions, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.
Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You
A Finance Trainee - Purchasing Area supports the administrative and operational activities related to procurement and financial processes. The role provides hands-on learning opportunities in supplier management, purchase order administration, cost control, and compliance with company procurement policies under the guidance of the Finance and Purchasing teams.
ResponsibilitiesHere's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Assist in the preparation and follow-up of purchase requests and purchase orders.
- Support the collection, comparison, and tracking of supplier quotations.
- Maintain and update supplier databases and procurement records.
- Verify and organize documentation related to purchases, contracts, and invoices.
- Assist in monitoring procurement workflows and approval processes.
- Provide support in filing and document management activities.
- Contribute to the preparation of reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Support the validation and reconciliation of financial information related to purchasing transactions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and procurement guidelines.
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
- Analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Organizational and planning abilities.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong communication skills.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Process-oriented mindset.
- Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.
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