Procurement / Assistant Procurement Manager

Role summary

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The Procurement or Assistant Procurement Manager is responsible for sourcing goods and services, negotiating with suppliers, managing purchasing agreements, monitoring stock requirements and ensuring value, quality and timely delivery for the hotel. Candidates are generally expected to have a diploma or degree in procurement, supply chain, hospitality management or a related field, together with relevant hotel or purchasing experience. Strong negotiation, vendor-management, analytical and communication skills are important. Familiarity with procurement systems, inventory controls and Malaysian suppliers is advantageous. The successful candidate should be ethical, organised, commercially aware and able to work with finance, kitchen, engineering and operational teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is known for personalised service, strong local character and the Shangri-La brand’s focus on warm Asian hospitality. Its Malaysian operations include established city hotels and resort properties, serving business travellers, leisure guests, conferences and events. Procurement teams support daily hotel operations by securing food, beverages, equipment, services and other supplies while maintaining quality, cost control and supplier standards. Working for Shangri-La can provide exposure to international hotel procedures, cross-department collaboration and career development within a global hospitality organisation.