Our client is a group of hotels. They are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Manager who will be responsible for developing and deploying a sourcing strategy and delivering savings for all hotels in the group. This is a hybrid role. Responsibilities: Quotation Management: Handle requests for quotations and perform price comparisons to ensure the best value. System Data Entry: Accurately input all required information into Procure Wizard system to enable smooth purchasing processes for hotels Strategic Collaboration: Work closely to implement and maintain company strategies, standards, and products. Focus on enhancing operational efficiency for the hotels by effectively managing suppliers and products. Supplier Sourcing: Conduct searches for local suppliers, obtaining quotations and performing comparisons and F&B guidelines for specific product types. Documentation and Transparency: Gather and upload all supplier documentation to ensure maximum transparency Issue Resolution: Assist in resolving any quality or service issues reported by hotels regarding the suppliers Catalogue Management: Keep the product catalogue updated to ensure that hotels have the necessary resources to operate without interruptions. Data Maintenance: Regularly update and review tables containing supplier and product information for accuracy. To develop and implement purchasing strategies, manage a purchasing team and ensure that an organisation gets good procurement deals Work with both suppliers and operational areas of the business to explore and investigate opportunities where costs can be reduced, quality improved and processes simplified Develop new and alternate sources of supply. Identify cost savings and improvement opportunities Lead commercial negotiations for sourcing products and services, and work with the legal team to formalise the final contracts with suppliers. Requirements: At least five years successful track record in procurement. Expertise in the creation and running of competitive tenders and detailed contract negotiation. Ability to communicate /facilitate effectively with all levels of staff within the business and with external suppliers. Knowledge of relevant procurement legislations Preferable but not essential -CIPS Qualified or studying towards Professional Procurement qualification A demonstrated hospitality sector procurement background Knowledge and understanding of the Purchase to Pay process and systems e.g. Procure Wizard Experience of developing and implementing new processes e.g. supplier catalogue, spend cube, contract database, vendor performance management, procurement dashboard systems Excellent negotiation, communication and business skills Experience of creating, recording, maintaining controls and governance eg P2P (procure to pay), R2R (record to report) and O2C (order to cash)