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Hotel Purchasing Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing the hotel's purchasing, receiving, inventory, and vendor relationships. This position ensures departments have the supplies and equipment needed to ...

Receiving Clerk

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

The Receiving Clerk works collaboratively with the Purchasing, Finance, Culinary, Food & Beverage, and other hotel departments to maintain effective inventory controls, ensure timely distribution of ...

Receiving Clerk

Houston, TX

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

The Receiving Clerk works collaboratively with the Purchasing, Finance, Culinary, Food & Beverage, and other hotel departments to maintain effective inventory controls, ensure timely distribution of ...

While historic details like the hotel's gorgeous Beaux-Arts facade remain unchanged, a soothing new ... The Purchasing Manager is responsible for handling and overseeing the procurement of goods and ...

Purchasing Clerk An opportunity for a detail-oriented person to work in our storeroom, primarily ... Monitor the grades and quality of products received to ensure they meet the hotel's established ...

The Sonnenalp Hotel is seeking a Full Time Seasonal Purchasing Clerk to support procurement operations through accurate ordering, receiving, and inventory coordination while maintaining strong vendor ...

Purchasing Clerk

Vail, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

The Sonnenalp Hotel is seeking a Full Time Seasonal Purchasing Clerk to support procurement operations through accurate ordering, receiving, and inventory coordination while maintaining strong vendor ...

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How much do hotel purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for hotel purchasing in the United States is $54,033.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hotel purchasing?

A Hotel Purchasing job involves managing the procurement of goods and services required for a hotel's operation. This includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products at the best possible prices. The role requires strong organizational, budgeting, and negotiation skills to maintain cost efficiency while meeting the hotel's standards. Hotel purchasers work closely with various departments, such as housekeeping, food and beverage, and maintenance, to fulfill their needs. Effective purchasing helps control costs, maintain inventory levels, and ensure a seamless guest experience.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a hotel purchasing professional?

A Hotel Purchasing professional is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and ordering supplies, equipment, and services needed for daily hotel operations. This includes managing relationships with vendors, tracking inventory levels, ensuring timely deliveries, and processing purchase orders and invoices. You will often collaborate closely with housekeeping, food and beverage, and engineering teams to understand their needs and address any supply issues. The role requires balancing cost, quality, and timeliness to support the hotel's guest experience and operational efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in hotel purchasing?

To thrive as a Hotel Purchasing professional, you need strong negotiation skills, an understanding of supply chain management, and relevant experience in procurement or hospitality management. Familiarity with procurement software (such as BirchStreet or Coupa), inventory management systems, and sometimes certification like CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional) are typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure cost-effective sourcing, timely procurement, and seamless hotel operations in a dynamic environment.

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Infographic showing various Hotel Purchasing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,033 per year, or $26 per hour.

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Description

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing the hotel's purchasing, receiving, inventory, and vendor relationships. This position ensures departments have the supplies and equipment needed to operate effectively while maintaining appropriate purchasing controls, competitive pricing, accurate documentation, and budget accountability.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Manage daily purchasing and procurement for all hotel departments.
  • Process approved purchase orders and ensure proper authorization and coding before purchases are made.
  • Obtain competitive pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintain relationships with approved vendors and monitor pricing, quality, service, and delivery.
  • Oversee receiving to ensure deliveries match purchase orders and invoices.
  • Resolve shortages, damaged products, incorrect shipments, credits, and invoice discrepancies.
  • Monitor inventory levels and assist departments in maintaining appropriate par levels.
  • Ensure invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation are accurate and submitted timely.
  • Review and close outstanding purchase orders in coordination with Finance and department leaders.
  • Maintain an accurate vendor list, including contacts and applicable agreements.
  • Assist with monthly inventory, budgeting, forecasting, and expense management.
  • Partner with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, Rooms, and other departments to anticipate purchasing needs.
  • Ensure compliance with hotel and company purchasing policies and financial controls.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements
  • 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, receiving, inventory, or related experience.
  • Hotel or hospitality purchasing experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience in a large, full-service hotel preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of purchasing, receiving, inventory, invoices, and purchase-order processes.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and cost-control skills.
  • Ability to negotiate pricing and maintain effective vendor relationships.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and purchasing/financial systems; iBuy or similar procurement experience preferred.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with department leaders, Finance, and hotel leadership.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in Hospitality, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred.
Key Expectations

The Purchasing Manager is expected to maintain an organized and accountable purchasing operation, control costs, ensure timely availability of necessary supplies, and support hotel operations while maintaining strong financial controls.