Procurement Manager

Main Duties and Responsibilities

We are seeking an accomplished Procurement Manager to join our pre-opening team in Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. As part of the pre-opening team, the incumbent will play a pivotal role in establishing the relevant policies to ensure the efficient and cost-effective procurement of all materials for the operations of our Resort.

The Procurement Manager will have an integral role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Resort. You will support various departments in their procurement needs, specifically to ensure that our processes are effective, in compliance with regulations, and optimized.

Key Responsibilities

• The Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the Resort’s procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective purchase of goods.
• Collaborate with other departments and colleagues to plan and detail their respective procurement needs. The Procurement Manager will need to engage the respective departments to identify synergies, with the penultimate objective of achieving cost savings for the Resort.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate terms and contracts, and maintain positive relationships with existing suppliers. The Procurement Manager will also conduct regular reviews of our suppliers' performance and quality to ensure compliance with the pre-requisite standards of the Resort
• Plan and manage the Procurement process to achieve cost savings and ensure financial efficiency. This includes analyzing market trends and pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
• The Procurement Manager will also have the responsibility to ensure that all procurement activities comply with hotel policies, legal requirements and industry standards. This includes working closely with the finance team to reconcile purchase orders, invoices and payments.
• To conduct and manage the tender process, including but not limited to, tender interviews, site walk-throughs where necessary, and making the award.
• To partake in the set up of the procurement system during the pre-opening of the Resort.

Job Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Solid track record of 4 to 6 years’ experience in a similar capacity, preferably in the hospitality industry. Pre-opening experience, experience in setting up and managing procurement systems, would be useful.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Able to handle matters independently, and able to exercise self-motivation to complete projects.