Hospitality (Hotel or restaurant) Procurement Manager / Buyer (Permanent)

MyCareerCraft; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft is seeking a Procurement Manager for a premier hospitality site (hotel or convention venue) in Johannesburg. You will lead end-to-end procurement, ensure quality and compliance, and build strong supplier relationships to support high performance.

The role demands hands-on leadership, sharp commercial acumen, and a passion for hospitality. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree in supply chain or procurement, with 3–5 years in procurement management within hospitality or large F&B

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field.
• CIPS certification or equivalent is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the procurement department and maintain financial process controls.
• Source quality products with key stakeholders and resolve supplier issues promptly.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies with clear objectives and timely reporting.
• Lead and develop the procurement team and manage the purchasing budget.
• Build strong supplier relationships and ensure audit-ready documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Service excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

CIPS certification (advantage)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Hospitality (Hotel or restaurant) Procurement Manager / Buyer (Permanent)

Job Openings Hospitality (Hotel or restaurant) Procurement Manager / Buyer (Permanent)

About the job Hospitality (Hotel or restaurant) Procurement Manager / Buyer (Permanent)

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious, full-service hotel and convention venue in Johannesburg for an experienced Procurement Manager - hospitality to lead and optimise their purchasing function. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a driven professional who combines sharp commercial acumen with a genuine passion for the hospitality industry.

You will take ownership of the end‑to‑end procurement cycle, ensuring quality, compliance, and value across all purchasing activity, while building strong supplier and stakeholder relationships that support a high‑performing operation.

Qualification & requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• A professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or equivalent is advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years of procurement or purchasing management experience, preferably within a hotel, hospitality, or large food & beverage operation.
• Proficiency in procurement or ERP systems and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Solid understanding of South African procurement regulations, supplier compliance, and audit requirements
• Proven experience in hotel or hospitality procurement, with strong problem‑solving capability
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a hands‑on, lead‑by‑example approach.
• A genuine commitment to service excellence and an understanding of the demands of the hospitality environment.
• A creative, solutions‑oriented mindset with the ability to offer sound advice and practical recommendations.
• High personal integrity and the resilience to perform consistently in a fast‑paced, high‑expectations environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the procurement department, maintaining diligent financial process controls in line with business procedures.
• Work proactively with key stakeholders to source quality products, maximising satisfaction and delivering a responsive approach to enquiries and issue resolution.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies with clearly communicated objectives, accurate performance measurement, and timely reporting.
• Manage and develop the procurement team, fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Hold full responsibility for the purchasing budget, ensuring all purchasing functions are controlled, audited, and continuously improved.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior leadership.
• Review purchasing performance and standard practices, providing recommendations that drive financial performance and deliver added value.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and best practice requirements, maintaining documentation for internal and external audit purposes.

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