Purchasing Manager

About the role

The Stamford Plaza, a 5‑star luxury hotel in Brisbane, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead its purchasing, storage and distribution functions. Reporting to the General Manager, you will ensure the right products are available at the right time, place and cost while supervising the Purchasing Officer.

Key responsibilities

• Set, roll out and monitor strategies, policies and plans for purchasing, storage and distribution.
• Develop and execute plans to maintain required stock levels while minimizing cost.
• Negotiate supplier contracts to balance quality, cost and delivery timelines.
• Review and refine storage and inventory systems to keep stock under control.
• Maintain tracking systems for all stock movements and optimise re‑ordering.
• Oversee accurate recording of purchasing, storage and distribution transactions.
• Direct and supervise the Purchasing Officer and monitor performance.
• Ensure product delivery aligns with department heads’ requirements.

Required profile

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field (preferred).
• 5‑6 years of relevant experience in hospitality supply chain or procurement.
• Strong organisational, analytical and vendor‑management skills.
• Proven experience in cost control and contract negotiation.

Required skills

• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Experience with hotel PMS and finance systems such as Opera, Room Master, Sun Finance, SCM, DOCMX, Oracle Finance.

What we offer

• Competitive salary $90,000‑$100,000 per annum.
• Food & beverage discounts across all hotel outlets.
• Complimentary shift meals, uniforms and laundry.
• Opportunities for growth within the company.