Purchasing Manager - Avani Kota Kinabalu (Pre Opening Team)

Minor Hotels; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm located in Malaysia is seeking a motivated individual for a role involving procurement tasks. Responsibilities include processing purchase requests, coordinating with departments to maintain stock levels, and sourcing supplies. The ideal candidate should have a Degree or Diploma in Hotel Management, with 2-4 years of luxury hospitality experience, and should exhibit strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Familiarity with hotel management software is also desired.

Qualifications

• Luxury hospitality experience of 2-4 years in a related field or Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role.
• In-depth knowledge of the hotel, leisure, or service sector.
• Genuine passion for people and the industry.

Responsibilities

• Processing all purchase requests submitted by Department/Outlets.
• Coordinating with Cost Controller to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Maintaining communication with departments on deliveries and outstanding orders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership skills

Strong organizational abilities

Multitasking

Education

Degree or diploma in Hotel Management

Tools

Hotel management software

Job description

Company Description

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

Job Description

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done. Avani Kota Kinabalu Hotel team members always find new ways to look after the business, their guests, and their colleagues. Within this, the key responsibilities for this position are:

• Processing all purchase requests submitted by Department/Outlets.
• Coordinating with Cost Controller to maintain optimal stock levels for efficient running of departments
• Maintaining regular communication with departments on deliveries and outstanding orders.
• Sourcing supplies and negotiating commercial terms.
• Liaising with suppliers and representatives to research new products
• Regularly compare the prices charged by hotel’s supplier with those of other vendor in the markets to ensure that the hotel can always buy at the best possible without jeopardizing quality.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent
• Luxury hospitality experience of 2-4 years in related field or Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the same role.
• An in-depth knowledge of the hotel, leisure, or service sector
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with hotel management software.
• Have a genuine passion for people and the industry