Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Buyer to join our newly established Procurement team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across the Collection. The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end procurement process, maintain supplier relationships, and collaborate closely with internal teams to meet operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations
• Manage purchase orders from initiation to completion.
• Place and track orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality compliance.
• Resolve supplier issues such as shipment delays or quality concerns.
• Supplier Management
• Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
• Negotiate terms and monitor supplier performance.
• Budget & Cost Control
• Understand and manage procurement budgets.
• Ensure accurate cost allocation against budget codes.
• Collaborate with finance teams for payment processing and proof of payment (POP) tracking.
• System & Documentation
• Update and maintain procurement records in Sage.
• Handle all administrative aspects including contracts, delivery notes, and invoices.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with logistics for distribution to properties.
• Liaise with internal departments throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Stock Management
• Oversee stock levels and manage inventory for various purchases.

 
Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in managing purchase orders and procurement tasks.
• Hospitality industry buying experience is highly recommended.
• Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Exceptional organisational and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Guest focus philosophy, living the MORE brand and driving the MORE experience.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), practicing honest communication.
• Team player with positive attitude, enthusiasm, and emotional control.
• Excellent time management and self-discipline, interpersonal & solution seeking skills.
• Proactive, use initiative and creative flair when required.
• Committed and loyal, adaptable, and flexible.
• Must work accurately under pressure.
• People skills – tolerance, patience, and care, ability to receive constructive feedback openly.