Strategic Purchasing Lead - Luxury Hospitality Pre-Opening

SO/; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

SO/ is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead all procurement activities for SO/ Uptown Dubai. You will drive sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost control while ensuring brand standards and readiness for opening.

You will oversee budgets, contracts, and procurement systems, with a focus on FF&E/OS&E and sustainable practices within UAE regulations. This role requires strong leadership and pre-opening experience in luxury hospitality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years procurement experience, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and cost-control skills.
• Knowledge of FutureLog or similar procurement systems.
• Familiarity with UAE regulations and procurement standards.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• CIPS or equivalent certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage all purchasing activities in line with company standards, policies, and approved budgets.
• Source and negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts with suppliers.
• Oversee purchase requisitions, quotations, purchase orders, and timely deliveries.
• Coordinate FF&E, OS&E, and procurement requirements within approved budgets.
• Maintain procurement trackers and ensure readiness for opening.
• Ensure supplier due diligence, contracts, records, and performance evaluations.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare procurement forecasts and reports.
• Maintain audit trails and support internal/external audits.
• Promote ethical sourcing and sustainable procurement practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost control

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement/SCM/Business Admin

Tools

FutureLog

Job description

SO/ is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead all procurement activities for SO/ Uptown Dubai. You will drive sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost control while ensuring brand standards and readiness for opening.

You will oversee budgets, contracts, and procurement systems, with a focus on FF&E/OS&E and sustainable practices within UAE regulations. This role requires strong leadership and pre-opening experience in luxury hospitality.