General Manager Procurement

PURPOSE

To provide strategic leadership and direction to the procurement function for corporate, CAPEX, OPEX, and support project operations, ensuring the seamless and cost-effective supply of goods, services, and works that meet quality, compliance, and delivery standards. The role focuses on building a robust procurement ecosystem, driving innovation, optimizing total cost of ownership, and aligning procurement strategies with organizational growth, sustainability, and project timelines.

KEY ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: VP – Finance

Reporting Roles: Deputy General Purchase, Senior Purchase Managers, Purchase Managers, Procurement Executives, Store Managers

Interacts with
:

• External - Senior vendor leadership, contractors, OEMs, consultants, regulatory authorities, strategic sourcing partners
• Internal - Finance, Operations, Projects, Engineering, F&B, Legal, HR

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive Operational Excellence

• Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for CAPEX, OPEX, and support project procurement across all corporate and project locations.

• Ensure procurement processes are efficient, transparent, compliant, and aligned with company policies.

• Implement KPIs for performance tracking, supplier delivery adherence, cost control, and savings realization.

• Oversee deployment of advanced procurement technologies, digital tools, and data analytics for improved forecasting and spend visibility.

• Ensure adherence to Delegation of Authority (DOA) and organizational procurement systems for audit, compliance, and governance purposes.

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization

• Drive negotiations for high-value CAPEX and OPEX contracts, ensuring optimal pricing, quality, and delivery terms.

• Develop and execute category strategies for capital equipment, project materials, consumables, and operational supplies.

• Identify global and domestic sourcing opportunities to reduce total cost of ownership while ensuring supply chain resilience.

• Champion sustainable sourcing and ESG-compliant procurement practices in all spend categories.

• Incorporate industry best practices and benchmarking to enhance sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and process efficiency.

People Management

• Lead and inspire a high-performing procurement team across functions and geographies.

• Mentor and coach leaders to handle strategic sourcing for both CAPEX-heavy projects and recurring OPEX needs.

• Drive succession planning and ensure skill development for emerging procurement leaders.

Business and Financial Acumen

• Develop and manage corporate procurement budgets for CAPEX and OPEX, aligning spend with business priorities.
• Oversee procurement spend analysis, savings tracking, cost-avoidance reporting, and ROI measurement.

• Integrate procurement planning into business expansion, renovation, and greenfield project timelines.

Leadership

• Serve as the organization's strategic procurement voice at leadership and board-level discussions.

• Lead transformation initiatives to modernize procurement governance, systems, and supplier engagement models.

• Build and maintain cross-functional alignment with finance, projects, operations, and sustainability teams.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, legal, and statutory procurement requirements for both CAPEX and OPEX contracts.

• Conduct risk assessments for strategic suppliers, critical equipment purchases, and long-term service agreements.

• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency in all procurement activities.

Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure OH&S compliance in procurement of equipment, services, and project-related works.

• Mandate contractor and supplier adherence to workplace safety and environmental regulations.

• Monitor and document OH&S performance in vendor audits and performance reviews.

JOB REQUIREMENTS / HIRING PROFILE

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or Business Administration.

WORK EXPERIENCE

15–20 years of progressive procurement/supply chain experience, with at least 5–7 years in a senior leadership role in hospitality or allied sectors handling large-scale procurement.