Reporting to the Director of Finance the Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the hotel operates efficiently by sourcing high-quality goods and services, managing supplier relationships and supporting departments with the resources they need to deliver exceptional service.
This role oversees procurement strategy, inventory management, supplier performance and purchasing systems to ensure operational excellence and financial efficiency across the hotel.
YOUR DAY TO DAY
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with operational and financial goals
• Source goods and services while negotiating competitive pricing and supplier agreements
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance and quality
• Identify new suppliers and products through market research and industry insights
• Partner with departments including Kitchen, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Front Office to support operational needs
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts and supplier pricing within PurchasePlus
• Identify cost efficiencies while maintaining product quality and service standards
• Prepare reports on procurement activities, purchasing performance and cost management
• Participate in stocktakes and ensure storage areas are organised and secure
• Manage purchasing expenditure and monitor invoices against budget expectations
• Lead and support the purchasing team while promoting best practice procurement processes
• Ensure compliance with WHS procedures and company policies.
ABOUT YOU:
You are commercially minded, organised and proactive, with strong experience managing procurement within a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Purchasing Manager or similar role, ideally within hospitality or hotels
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics and inventory systems (PurchasePlus preferred)
• Demonstrated supplier negotiation and contract management experience
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with the ability to identify cost efficiencies
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• Tertiary qualification in Hospitality, Business or related field preferred
If you are a strategic procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic hospitality environment and enjoys building strong supplier partnerships, we invite you to apply.