Purchasing/Cellar Supervisor
Job in
Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-31
Listing for:
OBS Hotel Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
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Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Administration, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Overview
We are seeking a Purchasing/Cellar Supervisor to coordinate and manage the hotel cellar operation, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, and supplier relationships.
Qualifications- Minimum 1 year managing a beverage cellar in hospitality.
- Proven track record of managing internal stocktakes and overseeing external audits.
- Experience using a diary management system.
- Strong leadership, excellent communication (internal and external).
- High level of organization, time management, and record keeping.
- English language – native or bilingual proficiency.
- Experience with Birch Street Purchasing system and/or Ven Powerstock system advantageous.
- Prior experience rolling out a stock system an advantage.
- Support the Purchasing Manager in procurement, sourcing supplies such as food, beverages, and housekeeping materials.
- Manage hotel purchasing, administer the cellar, control stock and deliveries, and handle budget lines for the cellar.
- Ensure compliance of invoices, delivery notes, and requisitions with Starwood Hotels procedures.
- Manage the cellar budget, check and process invoices, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Set purchase orders based on usage, stock turnover, and cost‑of‑sales budgetary limits.
- Participate in all internal and external stocktakes and audits.
- Oversee logistics and distribution of general and beverage stocks throughout the building and departments.
- Perform quantity checks on all received goods.
- Maintain daily input of invoices, purchase orders, and requisitions and produce management information to aid decision making.
- Be prepared to work additional hours during month‑end and weekends; the role involves physical handling of heavy items.
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage & EAP program.
- Retirement planning.
- Paid personal days.
- Career advancement opportunities worldwide.
- Professional development through SH University online platform.
- Team Member Recognition Program.
Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture and are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.
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