Purchasing Manager - Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel (Pre-Opening Team) at Minor International

Vientiane Capital, Vientiane Prefecture, Laos -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Negotiation, Analytic Skills, Financial Monitoring, Interpersonal Skills, Vendor Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Control, Risk Mitigation, Contract Management, Ethical Sourcing, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Fluency in English, Fluency in Laotian or Thai

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy. Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel set to open in Q2 2026 will bring contemporary style and Laotian flair to the heart of the capital, just minutes from Wat Si Saket, Vientiane Night Market, and Chao Anouvong Park. The hotel’s 197 guest rooms and suites will blend modern design with local touches, offering its guests the choice of four dining venues, including an international all-day dining restaurant, a western comfort food concept and bar, and a Southeast Asian fine-dining restaurant. Guests will enjoy Avani Spa with five treatment rooms, an Avani Fit fitness centre and studio, an outdoor swimming pool, and versatile event spaces including a ballroom for up to 320 guests. Job Description As Purchasing Manager, you'll drive procurement excellence in support of the hotel’s pre-opening and early operational phase. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you'll: Develop and implement strategic purchasing processes aligned with Avani+ brand standards and local market dynamics. Source, negotiate, and secure best-value contracts for goods and services—covering F&B, hospitality amenities, O&M supplies, and CAPEX items. Build and maintain relationships with global and local suppliers to ensure supply chain reliability and cost efficiency. Monitor supplier performance, lead risk mitigation efforts, and manage vendor audits. Partner with internal stakeholders (F&B, Housekeeping, Engineering, Spa) to forecast demand, control inventory, and minimize waste. Lead supplier selection, RFx processes, purchase order issuance, and invoice reconciliation. Ensure all procurement activities follow hotel policies, legal requirements, quality standards, and ethical sourcing practices. Qualifications Degree in Supply Chain/Business/Hotel Management or relevant field. 5+ years’ procurement experience in hospitality, ideally involving hotel openings or multi-departmental sourcing. Strong negotiation, analytic, and financial monitoring capabilities. Proficiency with procurement systems and ERP or PMS platforms. Excellent interpersonal and vendor management skills. Fluency in English and either Laotian or Thai. High ethical standards and attention to detail. Company Location: Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel

Responsibilities

As Purchasing Manager, you will drive procurement excellence for the hotel’s pre-opening and early operational phase. You will develop strategic purchasing processes, source and negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships.