Employment type: Tempo pieno
Reports to: Director of Finance / General Manager
Role overview
San Clemente Palace, a landmark5‑star resort in Venice, is seeking an experiencedPurchasing Manager with a proven background in luxury hospitality. You will own end‑to‑end procurement, supplier relationships, and inventory control to guarantee premium quality, cost efficiency, and uninterrupted supply across all operational departments.
Key responsibilities
- Lead procurement operations across the resort, including requisitions, ordering, receiving, invoice reconciliation, and supplier performance monitoring.
- Manage inventory and stock control; set par levels, monitor consumption, forecast demand, and implement measures to minimise waste and stockouts.
- Coordinate with operational teams (F&B; and kitchen, service, banqueting; Housekeeping; Front Office; Engineering) to align purchasing with menus, events, and seasonal peaks.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies and SOPs to ensure compliance with budgetary, quality, safety, and sustainability objectives.
- Onboard and manage suppliers; conduct performance reviews, resolve disputes, and drive continuous improvement.
- Produce regular management reports on spend, savings, supplier KPIs, and inventory status.
Qualifications and experience
- Minimum 4 years’ procurement experience, with at least 2–3 years in luxury hotel or resort procurement.
- Proven track recordinvendor management and inventory systems.
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing procurement budgets.
- Proficiency inMS Office and experience with purchasing/ERP systems (Navision/Business Central or similar preferred).
- Fluent Italian;English fluency highly desirable. Additional languages are an advantage.
Personal attributes
- Commercially minded with a focus onquality, cost control, and guest experience.
- Collaborative leader who builds trust with chefs, department heads, and external partners.
- Proactive problem solver with excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multicultural luxury environment and managing seasonal demand peaks.
What we offer
- Leadership role within one of Europe’s most prestigious luxury properties.
- Accommodation, meals, uniform, and on‑property benefits.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A dynamic, supportive, and international team on a historic island setting.
How to apply
- Apply on LinkedIn or send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant hotel procurement experience to with the subject linePurchasing Manager. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; please indicate your availability or notice period.
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