Director of Purchasing

Job Description

A well-established hotel is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Purchasing to lead procurement operations and ensure the timely acquisition of quality goods and services. This leadership role is ideal for a commercially minded professional who can build strong supplier relationships, manage budgets effectively, and maintain the highest standards of purchasing excellence while supporting every department across the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies that align with the hotel’s operational and financial objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and oversee the purchasing team to ensure efficiency and accountability.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favourable contract terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate procurement activities with departmental managers.
• Establish and maintain approved vendor relationships while regularly reviewing supplier performance.
• Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, quality standards, and relevant regulations.
• Analyse purchasing trends, prepare reports, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage procurement budgets and monitor expenditure to achieve financial targets.
• Coordinate the procurement of furniture, equipment, food and beverage supplies, maintenance materials, and other operational requirements.
• Resolve supplier issues promptly to minimise disruptions to hotel operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management is an advantage.
• Extensive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, including several years in a leadership role within a hotel or similar environment.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Excellent financial, analytical, and budgeting capabilities.
• Sound knowledge of inventory control and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in procurement systems, inventory management software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to make strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.

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