Purchasing Supervisor

Cebu Ocean Park; Central Visayas; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Cebu Ocean Park is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to support hotel and F&B purchasing, supplier sourcing, and inventory coordination. You will review requests, quotes, and POs, negotiate terms, and work with multiple departments to ensure timely procurement.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in hospitality. This role offers a fast-paced environment with growth prospects and cross-department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably with 1–2 years in a supervisory or senior-level capacity.
• Experience in hotel, resort, hospitality, or F&B operations is an advantage for hotel-related procurement.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier sourcing, canvassing, quotation comparison, negotiation, and purchase order preparation.
• Experience in supplier accreditation, evaluation, and relationship management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with ability to obtain competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Knowledge of F&B products, hotel operating supplies, equipment, and general maintenance requirements is preferred.
• Able to evaluate quality, specifications, pricing, and supplier reliability with requesting departments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review PRs, quotations, canvass forms, and POs for accuracy and completeness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems experience is beneficial.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple requests and urgent needs.
• Able to work with Operations, F&B, Engineering, Finance, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure timely procurement.
• Demonstrates integrity, transparency, confidentiality, and sound judgment in supplier dealings.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment and handle urgent procurement requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities across departments to ensure timely procurement of goods and services.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, canvass forms, and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Source and vet suppliers, negotiate pricing and payment terms, and monitor delivery schedules.
• Maintain supplier accreditation, performance evaluation, and relationship management.
• Monitor ERP or procurement system usage and improve inventory controls.
• Collaborate with Operations, F&B, Engineering, Finance, and Warehouse to align on requirements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement controls, budgeting, and cost management.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Inventory management

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Hospitality Management, or a related field

Tools

ERP software

Procurement platforms

Inventory management systems

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably with 1–2 years in a supervisory or senior-level capacity.
• Experience in hotel, resort, hospitality, or F&B operations is an advantage, particularly in purchasing food, beverages, operating supplies, guest amenities, equipment, and other hotel-related requirements.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier sourcing, canvassing, quotation comparison, negotiation, and purchase order preparation.
• Experienced in supplier accreditation, evaluation, and relationship management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to obtain competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
• Knowledge of F&B products, hotel operating supplies, equipment, and general maintenance requirements is highly preferred.
• Able to evaluate product quality, specifications, pricing, and supplier reliability in coordination with requesting departments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review Purchase Requests, quotations, canvass forms, and Purchase Orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and preferably experienced with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple purchase requests and urgent operational requirements simultaneously.
• Able to work closely with Operations, F&B, Engineering, Finance, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure timely procurement and delivery of requirements.
• Demonstrates integrity, transparency, confidentiality, and sound judgment in dealing with suppliers and company purchases.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment and handle urgent procurement requirements when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably with 1–2 years in a supervisory or senior-level capacity.
• Experience in hotel, resort, hospitality, or F&B operations is an advantage, particularly in purchasing food, beverages, operating supplies, guest amenities, equipment, and other hotel-related requirements.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, supplier sourcing, canvassing, quotation comparison, negotiation, and purchase order preparation.
• Experienced in supplier accreditation, evaluation, and relationship management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to obtain competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, and reliable delivery schedules.
• Knowledge of F&B products, hotel operating supplies, equipment, and general maintenance requirements is highly preferred.
• Able to evaluate product quality, specifications, pricing, and supplier reliability in coordination with requesting departments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review Purchase Requests, quotations, canvass forms, and Purchase Orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and preferably experienced with ERP, procurement, or inventory management systems.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple purchase requests and urgent operational requirements simultaneously.
• Able to work closely with Operations, F&B, Engineering, Finance, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure timely procurement and delivery of requirements.
• Demonstrates integrity, transparency, confidentiality, and sound judgment in dealing with suppliers and company purchases.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced environment and handle urgent procurement requirements when necessary.

Preferred/Advantageous

• Prior experience in hotel/resort pre-opening.
• Experience handling F&B purchasing, including fresh produce, meat, seafood, dry goods, beverages, and other kitchen requirements.
• Existing knowledge or network of local and regional suppliers.
• Experience with supplier accreditation and performance evaluation.
• Familiarity with procurement controls, cost management, and inventory coordination.