Service Associate - Procurement (Non-Food Buyer)

Role summary

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The Service Associate – Procurement (Non-Food Buyer) supports the purchasing of hotel operating supplies, equipment, guest amenities, and other non-food items. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in procurement, business, hospitality, or a related field; experience in purchasing, inventory, or hotel operations is an advantage. The candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with supplier sourcing, quotation comparison, purchase orders, receiving procedures, and basic cost control. Strong communication and negotiation skills, computer literacy, integrity, and the ability to meet deadlines are expected. Experience with procurement or inventory systems and knowledge of local suppliers would be beneficial.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and other hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other markets. Its properties are known for personalized service, comfortable accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, and high standards of guest care. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates well-established urban hotels and island resorts, employing teams across guest services, food and beverage, engineering, finance, procurement, and administration. The company promotes service excellence, professional development, teamwork, and respect for local communities. A procurement associate supports these standards by helping ensure that hotel departments receive reliable, quality products at competitive prices while following company purchasing controls and ethical sourcing practices.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality and procurement opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other resort destinations. Manila has the broadest corporate and luxury-hotel job market, while island locations provide a slower lifestyle, warm weather, beaches, and strong tourism communities. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, and community-minded; English is widely used in business and hotels. Living costs vary, with major cities generally more expensive than provincial or island areas, although resort destinations can have seasonal housing pressure. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship, an appropriate work permit, and an Alien Employment Permit, with immigration requirements depending on nationality and contract. Local applicants should prepare valid identification, education records, references, and health documents. Before relocating, confirm accommodation, transportation, medical access, contract terms, and whether meals or staff housing are provided.