Purchasing Manager (Saudi National)

At SLS The Red Sea, exceptional guest experiences begin long before arrival — with the right products, partners, and decisions behind the scenes. As a Purchasing Manager, you will lead the hotel’s procurement activities, ensuring every purchase meets our standards of quality, value, and operational excellence.

Working closely with Finance and operational departments, you will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, oversee purchasing activities, and develop sourcing strategies that support the hotel’s needs while maintaining strong cost control and procurement standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the hotel’s purchasing and procurement activities in line with operational requirements and budget.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that support the hotel’s operational and financial objectives.

• Work closely with department heads to forecast purchasing needs and ensure timely availability of goods and supplies.

• Source, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers that meet SLS quality and service standards.

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and commercial agreements with suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance across quality, pricing, delivery, reliability, and compliance.

• Review and manage purchase orders, contracts, quotations, and vendor documentation.

• Monitor procurement spending and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.

• Maintain appropriate inventory and purchasing levels based on operational requirements and business forecasts.

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, internal controls, and local regulations.

• Identify and manage supply chain risks, including shortages, delays, and supplier performance issues.

• Support sustainable and responsible sourcing initiatives wherever possible.

• Lead, support, and develop the Purchasing team while maintaining effective collaboration across departments.

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, Finance, and operational teams to ensure smooth procurement processes.

• Minimum 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within luxury hospitality, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost control.

• Good understanding of hotel purchasing, inventory management, and procurement processes.

• Experience with procurement systems such as FutureLog, Adaco, or similar platforms.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and commercial skills.

• Good financial understanding with the ability to manage budgets and analyze procurement costs.

• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.