Purchasing Executive

Job Description

The Purchasing Executive manages the hotel’s purchasing activities, including sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotations, negotiating prices, preparing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of approved goods and services. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in procurement, supply chain, business administration, hospitality, or a related field, together with relevant purchasing experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment. The candidate should understand inventory control, supplier evaluation, purchasing procedures, and basic financial documentation. Strong communication, negotiation, organisation, and computer skills are expected. The role also requires integrity, attention to detail, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to work with department heads, finance teams, stores, and vendors while maintaining Marriott’s quality and compliance standards.

Company Info

Fairfield by Marriott Bintulu Paragon is a contemporary hotel in Bintulu, Sarawak, operated under Fairfield by Marriott, one of Marriott International’s select-service brands. The property serves business travellers, project teams, families, and visitors exploring the northern Sarawak coastline. Fairfield hotels generally focus on dependable service, comfortable accommodation, practical facilities, and good value, supported by Marriott’s international operating standards and Bonvoy loyalty programme. Bintulu is an important energy, industrial, port, and commercial centre, so the hotel may serve guests connected with oil and gas, construction, manufacturing, government, and regional business. Employees typically work in a structured international hospitality environment, with opportunities to develop experience in hotel operations, procurement, guest service, administration, and leadership.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers varied hospitality and business opportunities across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, and Sarawak, including hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, retail, energy, and logistics. Bintulu is in Sarawak on the island of Borneo and has a multicultural community shaped by Malay, Chinese, Iban, Melanau, and other traditions. Life is generally more relaxed and affordable than in Kuala Lumpur, with access to local food, markets, beaches, parks, and nearby natural attractions. English is commonly used in hotels and business, while Malay is the national language. Foreign employees normally need an employment pass sponsored by the hiring company; requirements depend on nationality, qualifications, salary, and role, and the employer usually handles the application. Relocating candidates should budget for housing, transport, insurance, document processing, and initial living costs. Malaysia’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with heavier rain during monsoon periods.