Procurement Leader - Hospitality Cluster

Shangri-La Hotels (Malaysia) Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur is seeking a procurement professional to manage hotel purchasing, source suppliers, and ensure timely deliveries. You will process requests, negotiate with vendors, and coordinate with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies.

The role emphasizes strong administrative skills, supplier relationship management, and English communication within a premier deluxe hotel group offering opportunities to support multiple departments and sustainable procurement

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Hospitality Management or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Good negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with procurement systems or ERP platforms.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with multiple departments.
• Good command of spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requests and generate purchase orders through the procurement system in accordance with hotel procedures.
• Review purchase lists and non-store requests from departments to ensure accuracy in item description, quantity and delivery timelines.
• Source quotations from suppliers and ensure competitive pricing in line with procurement guidelines.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and follow up on orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantity or quality of delivered goods.
• Monitor outstanding and undelivered orders, and elevate delays or issues to the Procurement Manager when necessary.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and filing systems for purchase records and supplier information.
• Support urgent purchases and small-value purchases when required.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth procurement operations and support hotel operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and environmental sustainability practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Microsoft Office

ERP familiarity

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur is seeking a procurement professional to manage hotel purchasing, source suppliers, and ensure timely deliveries. You will process requests, negotiate with vendors, and coordinate with Receiving and Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies.

The role emphasizes strong administrative skills, supplier relationship management, and English communication within a premier deluxe hotel group offering opportunities to support multiple departments and sustainable procurement