Service Associate - Procurement (Non-Food Buyer)

Role summary

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The Service Associate – Procurement (Non-Food Buyer) supports the purchasing function by sourcing non-food supplies, comparing quotations, preparing purchase orders, coordinating deliveries, checking specifications and maintaining accurate procurement records. Candidates are generally expected to have a degree or background in business, hospitality, supply chain or a related field, along with experience in purchasing or hotel operations. Strong negotiation, vendor-management, numerical, organizational and communication skills are important. Familiarity with procurement systems and Microsoft Office is advantageous. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, ethical, commercially aware and able to meet deadlines while following Shangri-La’s purchasing policies and service standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. The group is known for refined accommodation, thoughtful service, restaurants, wellness facilities and distinctive resort experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates established properties including Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, Makati Shangri-La and Shangri-La Boracay. Its hotels employ people across guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, finance and procurement. The company promotes its hospitality values through professional development, teamwork and a strong focus on guest satisfaction. A procurement associate supports these standards by ensuring that hotels receive reliable, appropriately priced and quality non-food products from approved suppliers.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers varied hospitality and procurement opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and other resort destinations. Tourism, hotels, restaurants, retail and business services are major employers, although resort-island roles may involve seasonal demand and higher living costs. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented and service-minded, with English widely used in workplaces. Island life can provide beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed community atmosphere, but transport, healthcare, internet reliability and shopping options may be more limited than in major cities. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while Filipino applicants do not need immigration authorization. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, transportation, medical coverage and relocation support before accepting a resort position. Local tax, employment and immigration rules should be checked with the employer and Philippine authorities.