Purchasing Manager

Avani Hotel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Avani Singapore is building a dynamic procurement function for its landmark pre-opening hotel. You will lead sourcing, supplier management, and OS&E procurement to ensure cost-efficient, quality-driven outcomes from day one.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will implement governance, controls, and procurement processes while coordinating with operations to readiness. Fluent English and hospitality experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Business/related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as Purchasing Manager or similar procurement leadership role in hospitality.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and procurement administration skills.
• Pre-opening hotel experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement pre-opening workstream: supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, OS&E procurement, and purchasing process setup.
• Build and establish a network of suppliers, service providers, and business partners.
• Source, negotiate, and secure competitive agreements while ensuring quality and brand standards.
• Partner with operational departments to forecast requirements and monitor inventory levels.
• Manage purchase requests and supplier performance per company policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement admin

Hospitality procurement

Education

Degree/Diploma in Business

Job description

## Purchasing ManagerApply: Singapore, Singapore: Full time: Posted Today: JR115443**Job Location:**Avani SingaporeAt Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We’ve built our hotels and resorts around this philosophy: vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food. We embrace an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality. With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move. If you take real pride in the little things — and believe that a warm welcome and a genuine smile make all the difference — you’ll fit right in here. **Avani Singapore**Join the opening team of Avani Singapore and play a pivotal role in delivering one of Singapore's most exciting new lifestyle hospitality destinations. This is a unique opportunity to establish the hotel's procurement function from the ground up, build key supplier partnerships, and help ensure a seamless opening from day one. At Avani, we create stylish and seamless experiences for modern travellers. We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded **Purchasing Manager** to lead the hotel's procurement activities through pre-opening and beyond. Reporting to the **Director of Finance**, you will be responsible for sourcing, supplier management, procurement controls, and ensuring the hotel receives the best quality products and services while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance. **What You'll Do*** Lead the procurement pre-opening workstream, including supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, OS&E procurement, operational supplies setup, and purchasing process implementation* Build and establish a reliable network of suppliers, service providers, and business partners to support the hotel's opening and ongoing operations* Source, negotiate, and secure competitive agreements for goods and services while maintaining quality and brand standards* Partner with operational departments to forecast requirements, monitor inventory levels, and support operational readiness* Manage purchase requests, purchase orders, and supplier performance in accordance with company policies* Support the Director of Finance in maintaining procurement controls, governance processes, and cost management initiatives* Monitor market pricing, supplier competitiveness, and product availability to maximise value for the business* Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and local regulations **What We're Looking For*** Degree or Diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Hospitality Management, Accounting, or a related field* Minimum 3 years' experience as a Purchasing Manager or similar procurement leadership role within hospitality* Strong negotiation, vendor management, and procurement administration skills* Experience sourcing operational supplies, equipment, and services for hotel operations* **Pre-opening hotel experience is strongly preferred*** **Strong network of suppliers, vendors, and service providers within Singapore would be highly advantageous*** **Knowledge of Singapore procurement practices, sourcing landscape, and supplier ecosystem*** Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines* Commercially minded with strong attention to detail and cost control* Fluent in English **Why Join Us?*** Be part of a landmark hotel opening in Singapore* Join a globally recognised hospitality group* Work in a collaborative, people-focused culture* Play a key role in shaping the hotel's operational foundations from day one* Enjoy regional and international career development opportunities **Bring your expertise. Build strong partnerships. Help shape the future of Avani Singapore.** **Apply now and be part of the opening journey.**