Procurement Category Manager (Non-Food)

The role

Our Procurement Category Manager (Non-Food) is responsible for the management of non-food related expenditure in Kew Green Hotels.

You will be working with the Director of Procurement & Cost to develop and execute procurement strategies to optimise the purchasing process for goods and services across the group.

Please note, the postholder will be able to work from any of our locations and travel will be required depending on business needs. 

Key responsibilities:

- Contract Management

- Category Strategy Development

- Supplier Management

- Risk Management

- Capex Spend

Other businesses may call this role Procurement Specialist, Category Manager, Senior Buyer.

Full details of the role will be discussed with the shortlisted candidates. If you’d like to find out more about the role before applying, why not reach out to our resourcing team at recruitment@kewgreenhotels.com.

Benefits

Our rewards package includes:

- Attractive discounts across many major retailers, restaurants, and events

- Complimentary Employee, Family and Friends discounts in hotels across the Kew Green Hotels portfolio and at partner hotels worldwide!

- 50% off food and beverage while you stay in our hotels

- 24/7, 365 days Employee Assistance Line for mental health and wellbeing support, financial and legal advice

- FREE and UNLIMITED access to our Leisure Clubs (gym, pool, steam rooms)

- Robust career development opportunities and support for personal growth

What you’ll bring to the team

To be considered for this role you will have previous working experience in purchasing or procurement department ideally in the hospitality sector. Capable to plan, organize, and execute procurement projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and timeline constraints. You will be proficient in analysing data, market trends, and financial metrics to make data-driven decisions and identify cost-saving opportunities. Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify cost-effective and reliable suppliers. Strong risk management related to supplier performance, supply chain disruptions, compliance issues, and other potential challenges that may impact procurement processes.

Next steps

A member of the recruitment team will be in touch to book a 15-minute chat so we can get to know you better. We will explain the role in detail, and you can highlight your skills to us. If successful at this stage, you will meet with the Director of Procurement and Cost.

Please see below an indication of a timetable we are hoping to work towards:

Closing date: 3rd July 2024

Shortlist and telephone screening: from w/c 1st July 2024

1st stage Interview (Teams): 9th and 11th July 2024

2nd Stage Interview (Face to Face): 22nd and 23rd July 2024

Who are Kew Green Hotels?

Kew Green Hotels is a rapidly expanding global company, with a diverse portfolio across leading hotel chains, including IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Hilton, what unites us all is our values. Please view our website for more details.

Apply today! We look forward to speaking to you!