Procurement Manager

Wild Dreams Hospitality; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular travel to camps and suppliers

Flexible living arrangements

Job summary

Wild Dreams Hospitality is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager based in Arusha, South Africa. The ideal candidate will bring over 7 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for sourcing luxury products sustainably.

This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and curating high-value asset procurement, including safari vehicles and gourmet ingredients. The candidate should be knowledgeable about wines and goods relevant to luxury operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' procurement experience in hospitality or sustainability-focused industries.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in F&B management or hospitality retail.
• In-depth knowledge of wines, spirits, and gourmet ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategy in line with sustainability goals.
• Source and manage relationships with ethical suppliers.
• Curate and maintain an award-worthy wine list.

Skills

Procurement experience

Ethical supplier management

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of luxury products

Logistics and customs familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field

Master's or CIPS certification

Job description

This is a senior, multi-faceted role for someone who combines sharp commercial acumen with a genuine passion for fine wine, gourmet ingredients and luxury guest amenities; the ideal candidate understands the particular logistical challenges of sourcing for remote, sustainability-focused safari operations.

Core Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related field; a Master's or CIPS certification is advantageous
• Minimum 7 years' procurement experience, ideally within hospitality, tourism or sustainability-focused industries
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in F&B management or hospitality retail, preferably in a luxury environment
• In-depth knowledge of wines, spirits, gourmet ingredients and luxury guest products
• Proven experience sourcing for remote luxury operations, including vehicle procurement
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Familiarity with logistics, customs and import/export procedures in East Africa
• High ethical standards and strong attention to detail

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy and policy in line with the group's sustainability goals
• Source and manage relationships with ethical suppliers locally, regionally and internationally
• Curate and maintain an award-worthy wine list, working closely with chefs and lodge managers on pairings
• Source specialty ingredients, gourmet pantry items and in-room amenities, ensuring traceability and eco-conscious sourcing
• Manage high-value asset procurement, including safari vehicles, luxury furnishings and construction materials
• Oversee inventory, stock levels and logistics coordination across all properties
• Liaise across operations, lodge management and finance to align procurement with budgets and timelines
• Manage import/export logistics and regulatory compliance for international shipments
• Maintain accurate procurement records and monitor performance against KPIs

On Offer

• Based at Head Office in Arusha, with regular travel to camps, lodges and suppliers
• Live out