Purchasing Manager – Hotels & Hospitality | 6-Month Contract
Sydney CBD base + occasional Western Sydney travel
We’re recruiting for a leading hotel group seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to join their team on a 6-month contract. This role supports two well-established properties, with your primary base located in the Sydney CBD.
About the Role:
As the Purchasing Manager, you’ll oversee procurement for two hotel properties, ensuring cost-effective purchasing aligned with brand standards, operational needs, and compliance.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily purchasing activities across both properties - including raising purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and liaising with departments for stock needs
• Supervising store person(s) and overseeing receiving dock operations to ensure smooth inbound logistics and vendor coordination
• Tendering and negotiating supplier agreements across categories such as food & beverage, operating supplies, maintenance, and housekeeping
• Reviewing supplier performance, pricing, and service levels; addressing issues proactively to maintain service continuity
• Analysing purchasing data to support cost-saving initiatives, contract decisions, and budgeting using Excel and SAP
• Ensuring all purchases meet internal control standards, approvals, and policy compliance (aligned with head office procurement guidelines)
• Collaborating with department heads to support capital projects and ad-hoc procurement needs
• Identifying new suppliers and products to support operational improvements or cost efficiencies
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and supporting monthly reporting for finance and leadership teams
• On-site presence at Sydney CBD location with occasional travel to second hotel; engaging with team members, vendors, and delivery staff as part of the role

About You:

• Proven procurement experience in hotels or hospitality
• Strong Excel skills and working knowledge of SAP or PurchasePlus
• Confident managing vendor relationships and internal stakeholders
• Comfortable working on-site full-time
• Able to commit to a 6-month contract (immediate availability ideal)
• Able to commute to Parramatta once a week

If you have a background in hospitality procurement and enjoy a role that blends office work with on-the-ground engagement, apply now and Peter will be in contact.

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