Purchasing Manager

• Lead the procurement team providing guidance and mentorship to ensure efficient operations and professional development.
• Ensure stock levels are well managed and storerooms stay organised and under control.
• Implement and maintain a robust inventory management system utilising technology to optimise stock levels and reduce waste.
• Plan and manage budgets keeping a close and strategic eye on purchasing and cost control.
• Conduct regular market research to stay informed about pricing trends new products and emerging suppliers in the hospitality industry.
• Support F&B projects stepping in to assist across departments when neededespecially during absences or peak periods.
• Develop and implement sustainable purchasing practices aligning with the companys environmental and social responsibility goals.
• Collaborate with other departments to make sure procurement aligns with operational needs and guest expectations.
• Participate in menu planning and recipe costing working closely with the culinary team to balance quality and cost effectiveness.
• Handle supplier relations with professionalism ensuring timely deliveries quality standards and bestvalue agreements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers ensuring favourable terms and conditions for the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards throughout the procurement process.
• Atay on top of admin procedures from order tracking to invoice processing keeping everything compliant and auditready.
• Analyse purchasing data and prepare comprehensive reports for senior management highlighting key performance indicators and areas for improvement.

• Proven experience (3 years) in hospitality or hotel procurement with strong operational insight.
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g. CIPS) is a plus.
• Highly organised detail oriented and possess a clear understanding of purchasing procedures and inventory management systems.
• Excellent team player who communicates effectively across departments and all levels of the organisation.
• Ability to thrive on staying in controleven when things get busyand maintain composure under pressure.
• Bring a proactive solutions focused mindset and enjoy keeping things running efficiently behind the scenes.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office suite particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Solid understanding of financial principles budgeting and cost control in a hospitality context.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards relevant to the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated ability to implement sustainable purchasing practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make data driven decisions.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules including occasional evenings and weekends as required by the business needs.

Yes

Fulltime