Purchasing Manager, Pre-Opening - The St. Regis London

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand is seeking a detail-driven Purchasing Manager for their pre-opening team in London. The ideal candidate will oversee procurement processes, manage vendor relationships, and ensure operational efficiency within a luxury environment. This role requires strong analytical skills, a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, and a passion for hospitality. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities provided.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Work in a historic opening location

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills necessary.
• Proficient in inventory systems and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an approved vendor list.
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage budgets.
• Partner with Executive Chef to align purchasing needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field

2+ years of purchasing experience in hospitality

Tools

Inventory systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

About the Hotel

Coming soon to the heart of Mayfair, The St. Regis London marks the brand's prestigious debut in the United Kingdom. This is a destination where history and modernity meet, where the energy of the city is palpable, and where every arrival feels personal.

With signature butler service, refined interiors by Richmond International, and an unmatched Bond Street address, The St. Regis London embodies 'Live Exquisite' a celebration of London's pioneering and glamorous lifestyle for the Luminaries of the world.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-driven and strategic Purchasing Manager to join the pre-opening team at The St. Regis London. This individual will play a critical role in shaping the operational backbone of the hotel, ensuring that all procurement activities from food and beverage to controllable reflect the brand's commitment to excellence, efficiency, and elegance.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain an approved vendor list across all categories
• Negotiate with suppliers and authorize purchase requisitions and orders
• Ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of food, beverage, and controllable

Inventory & Financial Oversight

• Monitor inventory levels, rotation, and sanitation standards
• Use financial systems to track costs, post invoices, and manage budgets
• Conduct period-end inventory and reporting in line with brand standards

Operational Collaboration

• Partner with Executive Chef and F&B teams to align purchasing with production needs
• Communicate delivery schedules and product availability to relevant departments
• Support audits and ensure compliance with safety and accounting procedures

Leadership & Communication

• Lead storeroom and purchasing teams with integrity and professionalism
• Provide timely updates and reports to executives and department heads
• Attend and contribute to operational meetings and strategic planning sessions

What We're Looking For

You should have:

• A bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field, or 2+ years of purchasing experience in hospitality or a similar industry
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency in inventory systems and financial reporting tools
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills
• A passion for luxury hospitality and operational excellence

Why Join Us

• Be part of a historic opening and a globally renowned luxury brand
• Work in one of London's most iconic and vibrant locations
• Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities
• Help shape the future of ultra-luxury hospitality in the UK

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About the Team

Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.