Purchasing Executive

Role summary

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The Purchasing Executive manages hotel purchasing activities, including sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotations, comparing prices, preparing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and maintaining accurate procurement records. Candidates should have relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, or hotel operations, strong negotiation and organisational skills, and good knowledge of Microsoft Office and inventory procedures. Familiarity with hospitality purchasing systems and local suppliers is advantageous. The role requires attention to detail, integrity, commercial awareness, and the ability to work with multiple departments while meeting deadlines. The successful candidate is expected to control costs, ensure quality and timely delivery, follow Marriott policies, and build professional relationships with approved suppliers.

About the employer

Fairfield by Marriott Bintulu Paragon is a contemporary hotel in Bintulu, Sarawak, operated under Fairfield by Marriott, a global select-service brand within Marriott International. The property is designed for business and leisure travellers, offering practical accommodation, dining facilities, meeting spaces, and convenient access to Bintulu’s commercial areas and transport links. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating hotels and resorts across numerous countries through a broad portfolio of recognised brands. Fairfield hotels generally focus on dependable service, comfortable stays, efficient operations, and welcoming guest experiences. Employees can benefit from working within an international hospitality organisation with established operating standards, training opportunities, and potential career mobility across Marriott properties. At a local hotel, the Purchasing Executive works closely with finance, kitchens, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, and management teams.

Working in Malaysia

Bintulu is a coastal town in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo, known for its energy industry, port, beaches, rivers, and access to nearby natural attractions. Job opportunities are common in hospitality, oil and gas, logistics, construction, retail, healthcare, education, and tourism. Local culture blends Indigenous Sarawakian traditions, Malay, Chinese, and other communities, with festivals, markets, and regional food playing an important role. Lifestyle is generally quieter and less expensive than Kuala Lumpur, with warm tropical weather, outdoor activities, and a relaxed pace. International employees normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass before starting work; the employer typically handles application procedures, while approval depends on immigration requirements and qualifications. New arrivals should budget for housing, transport, insurance, document legalisation, and flights. English is widely used in hotels, while Malay and local languages are common in daily life.