The Service Leader - Procurement supports cluster-wide purchasing for Shangri-La properties in Malaysia. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in procurement, supply chain, hospitality management, business, or a related field, together with several years of hotel purchasing experience. Candidates should understand supplier sourcing, bidding, negotiations, purchase orders, inventory coordination, contract compliance, and procurement systems. Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills are expected, along with commercial awareness and knowledge of local suppliers. The successful candidate will be reliable, ethical, detail-oriented, cost-conscious, and capable of coordinating with kitchens, engineering, housekeeping, finance, and operational leaders across multiple properties.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands. The company is known for Asian-inspired hospitality, personalized service, high standards, and strong emphasis on guest experience. In Malaysia, Shangri-La operates well-established city hotels and resorts, serving leisure travelers, corporate guests, groups, and events. Employees typically work in multicultural environments with structured operational standards and opportunities to develop careers across departments and destinations. Procurement teams support quality, cost control, sustainability, and consistent supply across individual properties and regional clusters.
Malaysia offers opportunities in hospitality, procurement, tourism, logistics, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Island-based destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, Pangkor, and parts of Sabah and Sarawak provide resort, food and beverage, marine tourism, and hotel management jobs. The culture is multicultural, shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences, with English widely used in professional settings. Lifestyle costs are generally moderate, although popular resort islands can be more expensive and seasonal. Malaysia has tropical weather, excellent food, beaches, and good regional travel connections. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, with approval handled through the company and relevant authorities before starting work. Relocating candidates should budget for housing deposits, transport, health insurance, and document processing.
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