The Service Associate - Procurement (Food Buyer) supports the hotel’s purchasing function by sourcing food products, comparing quotations, negotiating with suppliers, preparing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate procurement records. Candidates typically need a diploma or degree in purchasing, hospitality, business, or a related field, along with relevant experience in hotel procurement, food buying, or supply-chain operations. Knowledge of local suppliers, food quality standards, inventory control, and purchasing systems is advantageous. The role requires strong communication, negotiation, organization, numerical accuracy, and attention to detail. The successful candidate is expected to secure competitive prices, ensure consistent quality and timely deliveries, follow company purchasing policies, and work effectively with culinary, finance, and hotel operations teams.
Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its hotels, resorts, and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The group operates under well-known brands including Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders Hotels. Its properties are known for attentive service, comfortable accommodations, high-quality dining, wellness facilities, and strong destination experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates several prominent properties, including hotels and resorts in Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. The company places emphasis on guest care, professional standards, teamwork, employee development, and responsible business practices. A procurement associate supports these operations by helping maintain reliable, cost-effective, and quality-assured supply chains for the hotel.
The Philippines offers hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, retail, logistics, and business-service opportunities, especially in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other major resort destinations. Work culture is generally relationship-oriented, service-focused, and respectful of seniority, with English widely used in business and hotels. Lifestyle varies by island: Manila provides extensive career options and urban conveniences, while Cebu, Boracay, and Palawan offer a slower coastal lifestyle with beaches, outdoor activities, and established tourism communities. Living costs depend greatly on location, with resort islands often having higher accommodation and seasonal prices. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while Filipino applicants can work without immigration sponsorship. Relocation planning should include housing, transport, healthcare, weather risks, and typhoon exposure. Local food, festivals, family connections, and hospitality are important parts of everyday life.
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