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Job Summary

Job Title:
Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening)
Employer:
Marriott International
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Procurement Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 13 October 2025

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Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening) job at Marriott International | Apply Now

Are you looking for Procurement jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening) job at Marriott International

About the Organisation

Marriott International is a globally renowned hospitality company committed to enhancing the travel experience through exceptional service, sustainable practices, and innovation-driven operations. With a mission to connect people through meaningful travel, Marriott is recognized for its luxury and midscale hotel brands that deliver consistent quality across the globe, earning accolades such as Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies.”

The company fosters a diverse, inclusive, and growth-oriented work culture, offering employees robust training, competitive benefits, and international mobility. Job opportunities span across hotel operations, corporate functions, and remote roles, accommodating various professional aspirations.


Founded in 1927 as a root beer stand by J. Willard and Alice Marriott, the company evolved into a global hospitality leader through strategic acquisitions and brand expansions, including the landmark merger with Starwood Hotels. Marriott’s business model emphasizes innovation in customer experience, digital transformation, and brand differentiation across over 30 hotel brands.

With more than 8,000 properties in over 139 countries, Marriott’s global presence is matched by its commitment to core values such as integrity, service, excellence, and people-first leadership. Through its “Serve 360” CSR platform, the company champions environmental sustainability, community development, and human rights. For more information, visit https://www.marriott.com.

Kampala, Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

13 Oct 2025

Job Title

Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening) job at Marriott International

Marriott International

Job Description

Job Title:  Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening)

Organisation:  Marriott International

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary: 

Negotiates with suppliers and verifies and authorizes purchase requisitions and purchase orders. Advises other departments on purchasing procedures and maintains full and up-to-date information regarding store inventory.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Managing Supplier and Vendor Relations

  • Negotiates with selected suppliers and obtains quotations.

  • Coordinates and arranges site visits with contractors and end-users for obtaining necessary quotations.

  • Keeps close and frequent contact with suppliers to maintain up-to-date market and product information

  • Identifies and selects reliable and regular suppliers for daily food and beverage purchasing based on regular quotations.

  • Attends and participates in food tasting panel for food and beverage evaluation and vendor selection.

  • Prepares and negotiates contracts with selected suppliers

  • Attends exhibitions/seminars for sourcing new suppliers and products with better price-performance.

  • Persuades suppliers to offer or extend rebate program.

Managing Procurement Activities

  • Verifies and authorizes procurement orders

  • Places orders and expedites deliveries

  • Prepares tender invitations and executes tender openings for selected items and compares tenders for procurement decisions

  • Sources alternative products with competitive prices, while striving to maintain better or comparable quality, standards and services.

  • Prepares and submits monthly cost saving report to Director of Finance

  • Explores opportunities for green procurement and actively participates in the recycling program.

  • Provides suggestions to other departments to achieve cost savings while still fulfilling their requirements.

Purchasing Manager (Pre-Opening) job at Marriott International

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

  • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in procurement, purchasing, or related professional area.

OR

  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 1 year experience in procurement, purchasing or related professional area.

  • Knowledge of hospitality operations (F&B, housekeeping, front office, engineering) and seasonal purchasing needs.

  • Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, spend analysis, and inventory management to minimize wastage and maximize profitability.

  • Skilled in procurement and hotel systems (Opera PMS, Micros, BirchStreet, Sun, SAP, Oracle, FMC) and MS Office Suite.

  • Familiarity with health & safety, HACCP standards, compliance, and sustainability practices.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership abilities with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

How to Apply

All candidates who wish to join Marriott should apply online at the APPLY Button below.


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