Purchasing Manager

Job Description

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, negotiating and buying food, beverages, equipment, operating supplies and services for Novotel Sydney Darling Square. Requirements typically include purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment; strong supplier negotiation and communication skills; sound knowledge of inventory control, contracts and purchasing systems; and good understanding of budgets, quality standards and Australian regulations. The successful candidate is expected to maintain reliable supplier relationships, secure competitive pricing, monitor stock levels, support sustainability goals and ensure timely deliveries. Attention to detail, commercial awareness, organisation and the ability to work closely with kitchen, food and beverage, finance and management teams are essential.

Company Info

Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and lifestyle properties across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Novotel, ibis, Mercure, Pullman, Sofitel and Fairmont, serving business and leisure travellers across different market segments. Accor places strong emphasis on guest experience, responsible business, inclusion, staff development and sustainable operations. Novotel Sydney Darling Square is a centrally located hotel near Darling Harbour, the International Convention Centre, Chinatown and Sydney’s wider dining and entertainment districts. The property serves both corporate and leisure guests and relies on coordinated teams across rooms, food and beverage, finance, engineering and procurement. Employees generally work within Accor’s international service culture, with opportunities for training, internal mobility and career progression across its hotel network.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, retail, healthcare, construction, technology and professional services, with Sydney providing particularly broad employment options. Workplace culture is generally practical, direct and team-oriented, with attention to safety, reliability and work-life balance. Sydney offers beaches, national parks, restaurants, cultural events and an active outdoor lifestyle, although housing and transport costs can be high. Australia is a country and continent made up of the mainland and many islands. Visa options depend on nationality and circumstances and may include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas, working holiday visas or student visas. Most foreign workers need work rights before starting employment, and qualifications or experience may need assessment. Relocating typically requires budgeting for rent, bond, transport, healthcare, tax registration and professional checks. Always confirm current visa rules through the Australian Department of Home Affairs.