Procurement Manager

Kerzner International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

One&Only Cape Town is seeking a Procurement and Cost Control Manager to oversee purchasing, inventory, receiving and cost control in our luxury hotel, reporting directly to the Director of Finance.

You will lead supplier selection, price negotiations, contract governance and ensure compliance with policies, while managing par stocks, cycle counts and stocktakes across stores and outlets. Strong leadership and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in business; procurement qualification advantageous.
• 2–4 years in a similar role with strategic sourcing and contract development.
• Strong attention to detail and quality of work.
• Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate in a team.
• 5-star luxury hotel experience advantageous.
• Understanding of accounting terms and practices.
• Above-average Excel skills (not less than level 2).
• Fluent in verbal and written English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement, purchasing, inventory management, receiving, stores, and cost control.
• Negotiate supplier terms and manage relationships and governance.
• Manage inventory, par stock levels, cycle counts, and stocktakes.
• Supervise receiving and stores operations; ensure ERP data accuracy and documentation.
• Support month-end inventory reporting and variance analysis.
• Collaborate with Finance and department heads to control costs and drive profitability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pressure management

Excel

English fluency

Hotel industry experience

Accounting terms

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in business

Procurement qualification (advantage)

Tools

ERP system

Micros

MS Excel

Job description

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests' stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that's chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests' expectations at every possible turn.

Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town's waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and winelands; One&Only Cape Town is the ultimate curator of discovery, from active adventures, to mindful moments and exclusive, tailored experiences. The warm South African charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest's every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it's our passion

Job Summary

The Procurement and Cost Control Manager is responsible for overseeing the overall procurement, purchasing, inventory management, receiving, stores, and cost control functions of the hotel, reporting directly to the Director of Finance. The role ensures that all hotel departments are supplied with the required goods, products, and operating materials in accordance with established quality standards, budgetary requirements, operational needs, and delivery schedules. This includes developing and implementing efficient procurement processes, sourcing reliable suppliers, negotiating competitive prices and favourable payment terms, monitoring market trends, and maintaining strong professional relationships with suppliers and departmental Heads of Department (HODs). The position is accountable for ensuring that all purchasing activities comply with hotel policies, procurement procedures, internal controls, contractual requirements, and audit standards.

The role oversees the complete purchasing process, including supplier selection and approval, vendor registration and maintenance on the ERP system, purchase order monitoring, price updates, quotation comparisons, contract management, and the maintenance of accurate procurement records. It ensures that appropriate quotations are obtained in accordance with company policy, supplier pricing agreements are maintained, and all procurement activities follow established governance procedures, including requests for proposals, requests for quotations, bidding processes, and contract approvals. The Procurement and Cost Control Manager works closely with departmental management and Finance to control expenditure, monitor purchasing trends, maintain accurate supplier and product information, and ensure that all purchasing decisions support operational efficiency and the hotel's financial objectives.

A key responsibility is the effective management of inventory and cost control across all hotel stores and outlets. This includes establishing and monitoring appropriate par stock levels, maintaining accurate inventory records, authorising new item codes, deactivating obsolete items, and ensuring that stock levels are aligned with operational requirements. The role oversees daily cost-of-sales reporting, Micros depletion processes, stock transfers, inventory adjustments, and the verification of system transactions to ensure accuracy and accountability. It also ensures that monthly cycle counts and stocktakes are conducted correctly, with all required system processes completed before stock counts commence. Stock variances must be investigated, documented, and reported, while inventory movements and adjustments must be properly authorised and processed within the required timeframes.

The position is responsible for supervising receiving and stores operations to ensure that all deliveries are received, inspected, verified, and processed accurately within the required deadlines. This includes checking that purchase orders, supplier invoices, product descriptions, quantities, and prices correspond before goods are accepted into the ERP system. Any discrepancies, price changes, back orders, returns, or credit notes must be properly documented and followed up with the relevant departments and suppliers. The role also ensures that all receiving documentation is correctly stamped, signed, and processed, that returns to vendors are recorded accurately, and that receiving areas and stores remain clean, organised, secure, and compliant with health and safety requirements. Strict controls must be maintained over access to stores, operating hours, and emergency requisitions to protect hotel inventory and prevent unauthorised stock movements.

The Procurement Manager and Cost Controller plays an essential role in financial reporting and month-end procedures, ensuring that all inventory-related activities are completed accurately and within deadlines established by the Director of Finance and Financial Manager. Responsibilities include coordinating beverage and food stock counts, reviewing stock variances, monitoring slow-moving inventory, processing relevant inventory journals, and submitting inventory ageing reports and store variance reports to Finance within the prescribed timeframes. The role also ensures that all stock transfer transactions are appropriately authorised, supporting documentation is complete, and inventory system mappings between Micros and the ERP system remain accurate and consistent.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with Finance, departmental managers, suppliers, and other relevant stakeholders. The Procurement and Cost Control Manager must continuously review procurement and inventory procedures, identify opportunities for improved efficiency, strengthen internal controls, minimise wastage, and reduce unnecessary expenditure without compromising product quality or service standards. Through effective supplier management, purchasing control, inventory monitoring, accurate financial reporting, and strict adherence to procurement policies, the position contributes to the hotel's overall profitability, operational effectiveness, and financial sustainability.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• With Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in a business related field. Procurement qualification would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years working experience in the similar role, strategic sourcing and contract development
• Have strong attention to details and quality of work.
• Able to work under pressure and towards deadlines, be able to work as part of a team, and be a self-motivated and approachable and friendly person.
• 5* Luxury Hotel experience would be advantageous.
• An understanding of accounting terms and practices.
• Above average Excel skills (not less than level 2)
• Must be fluent in verbal and written English.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.