About the role
Procurement Manager – Hotel Industry
Location: Southampton
Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Visa Sponsorship: Available for a suitable candidate, subject to eligibility
We are seeking an experienced, commercially focused and process-driven Procurement Manager to manage purchasing and supplier operations for a hotel business in Southampton.
The ideal candidate will have 5–6 years of procurement experience, preferably within the hotel or hospitality industry, with strong expertise in supplier sourcing, negotiation, cost control and procurement process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end procurement across hotel operations.
* Source food and beverage supplies, housekeeping products, amenities, maintenance materials and equipment.
* Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms and service agreements with suppliers.
* Develop clear purchasing procedures and approved supplier processes.
* Monitor supplier performance, product quality, delivery standards and contractual compliance.
* Control procurement budgets, stock levels, waste and operational expenditure.
* Prepare cost comparisons, purchasing reports and supplier-performance reviews.
* Work closely with finance, operations, housekeeping, maintenance and food and beverage teams.
* Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or service.
* Maintain compliance with company policies and relevant UK regulations.
Candidate Requirements
* Approximately 5–6 years of procurement experience.
* Hotel or hospitality procurement experience is strongly preferred.
* Proven experience in supplier management, contract negotiation and cost control.
* Highly organised, analytical and process-oriented.
* Strong commercial awareness, communication and negotiation skills.
* Confident using procurement systems, Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
* Relevant procurement, supply-chain, business or hospitality qualification is desirable.
* CIPS qualification would be advantageous.
* Must currently be based in the UK, preferably near Southampton, or be willing to relocate.
What We Offer
* Salary of £40,000–£50,000, depending on experience.
* Permanent opportunity with responsibility for improving procurement performance.
* Relocation to Southampton will be considered.
* Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available for an exceptional candidate who meets the relevant requirements.
How to Apply
Please apply with your current CV, highlighting your hotel or hospitality procurement experience. Please confirm your current location, availability, salary expectations and whether you require visa sponsorship or relocation support.
We are an equal-opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
What we will need from you
- Proof of your right to work in the UK — passport, share code or equivalent.
- Proof of address and your National Insurance number.
- Two references we can take up, where the role calls for them.
Working with Cando Personnel
We are a GLAA-licensed supplier. Every worker is screened before their first shift, paid weekly, and covered by our own transport where a site is hard to reach. You are told the site, the shift and the rate before you accept anything.