Service Associate - Procurement (Non-Food Buyer)

Role summary

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The Service Associate – Procurement (Non-Food Buyer) supports the hotel’s purchasing function by sourcing non-food supplies, comparing quotations, preparing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and maintaining accurate supplier and procurement records. Candidates typically need a diploma or degree in procurement, business, hospitality, or a related field, together with purchasing or hotel experience. Strong negotiation, communication, organization, and computer skills are expected. Familiarity with inventory systems, supplier evaluation, cost control, and basic purchasing procedures is advantageous. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, ethical, responsive, and able to work with multiple departments while meeting deadlines and Shangri-La’s service and quality 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 company is known for refined service, comfortable accommodations, strong dining operations, and a guest-focused approach inspired by Asian hospitality. Its Philippine properties serve leisure and business travelers and employ teams across rooms, food and beverage, engineering, finance, procurement, and guest services. Shangri-La generally emphasizes professionalism, integrity, teamwork, learning, and high operating standards. Employees may benefit from structured training, internal career opportunities, hotel industry exposure, and staff-related hospitality benefits, depending on the property and employment terms. The role is likely based at one of the group’s Philippine hotels or resorts and supports reliable purchasing operations behind the guest experience.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality and procurement opportunities in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Davao, and other island destinations. Manila has the broadest corporate and hotel market, while Cebu and resort islands provide a more relaxed lifestyle with strong tourism employment. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, community-minded, and English is widely used in workplaces. Living costs vary considerably: Manila is more expensive and busy, while provincial islands generally offer lower costs but fewer specialized services. Employees can enjoy beaches, diving, local festivals, and varied regional food, although traffic, humidity, and occasional typhoons should be considered. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly arranged through the hiring company; requirements can change, so confirmation with Philippine immigration and the employer is essential. Relocating staff should budget for housing deposits, transport, health insurance, and document processing.