The Service Associate - Procurement (Food Buyer) supports the purchasing of food products for Shangri-La operations in the Philippines. Responsibilities typically include sourcing approved suppliers, requesting quotations, comparing prices and quality, preparing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, maintaining procurement records, and coordinating with kitchens, stores, finance, and vendors. Candidates are generally expected to have relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, hotel operations, or food and beverage, along with good knowledge of food products, supplier management, inventory procedures, and basic computer applications. Strong organization, negotiation, communication, attention to detail, and knowledge of food safety and purchasing controls are important. The successful candidate should be dependable, commercially aware, and able to work accurately under deadlines.
Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, North America, and Australia. Its properties are known for personalized service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, and strong destination experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La The Fort, Manila; Edsa Shangri-La, Manila; and Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu Resort & Spa. The company places emphasis on genuine hospitality, service excellence, teamwork, professional development, and responsible business practices. A procurement food buyer supports these standards by helping ensure that kitchens and hotel outlets receive safe, fresh, consistent, and cost-effective ingredients from reliable suppliers.
The Philippines offers hospitality and procurement opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other major resort destinations. Hotels, restaurants, resorts, cruise businesses, and food distributors regularly seek purchasing, culinary, front office, housekeeping, and guest-service staff. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, community-minded, and strongly influenced by Asian, Spanish, and American traditions. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal communities, with generally warm weather, affordable local food, and active social life. English is widely used in workplaces. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa before starting employment; requirements may include Department of Labor and Employment approval and immigration registration. Relocating candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, healthcare, taxes, contract terms, and probation conditions with the employer. Costs are higher in central Manila and popular resort areas than in provincial locations.
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