Four Seasons

Purchasing Manager

Kuala Lumpur Full time

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences is part of a 65-storey mixed-use tower that will include 242 Four Seasons Private Residences, 27 serviced apartments, a 209-key Four Seasons Hotel and a six- floor of 250,000 square foot luxury retail podium, collectively known as Four Seasons Place Kuala Lumpur. The Hotel introduces several unique dining outlets to the city, including a Cantonese restaurant, lobby and rooftop pool bars, and an all-day dining restaurant with sweeping views of the Petronas Twin Towers. The Hotel will also offer an executive lounge for business travelers, a serene spa, wellness-focused fitness centre and rooftop infinity pool offering panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur’s endless skyline. Lush landscaping around the rooftop pool and terrace will create an urban oasis, echoing the greenery of the KLCC Park below.

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is looking for top talent to join the team.

About Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Four Seasons Hotel and Residences is located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood, Kuala Lumpur’s thriving business and financial district. The Hotel is part of a 65-storey mixed-use tower that will include 242 Four Seasons Private Residences, 27 serviced apartments, a 209-key Four Seasons Hotel and a six- floor of 250,000 square foot luxury retail podium, collectively known as Four Seasons Place Kuala Lumpur.

The latest addition to the city’s dramatic skyline and a vibrant hub for both business and leisure travelers, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur will be conveniently located in close proximity to the city’s major attractions, including the Petronas Twin Towers and the Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC). Often referred to as a “city within a city,” the KLCC will offer designer shopping, fine dining, and the best of the city’s electric nightlife. The Hotel will also overlook the KLCC Park and be directly connected to the esplanade, allowing guests to take full advantage of the Park’s 50 acres of green space, including lush gardens, fountains, waterfalls, a wading pool, and jogging track.

An exciting addition to Kuala Lumpur’s culinary scene, the Hotel will introduce several unique dining outlets to the city, including a Cantonese restaurant, lobby and rooftop pool bars, and an all-day dining restaurant with sweeping views of the Petronas Twin Towers.

The Hotel will also offer an executive lounge for business travelers, a serene spa, wellness-focused fitness centre and rooftop infinity pool offering panoramic views of Kuala Lumpur’s endless skyline. Lush landscaping around the rooftop pool and terrace will create an urban oasis, echoing the greenery of the KLCC Park below.

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur will offer both international and regional travelers an urban complement to the existing Four Seasons Resort in Malaysia, the award-winning Four Seasons Resort Langkawi.

About Four Seasons

Founded in 1960, Four Seasons continues to define the future of luxury hospitality with extraordinary imagination, unwavering commitment to the highest standards of quality, and the most genuine and customized service. Currently operating 135 hotels and 59 private residences in major city centers and resort destination in the world, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world’s best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards.

Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services to support hotel operations, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. This role upholds luxury brand standards by sourcing reputable suppliers, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations.

What You Will Do:

  • Oversee end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing, quotation, negotiation, purchasing, and delivery follow-up.

  • Develop and maintain an approved supplier list; evaluate vendors based on quality, reliability, pricing, and compliance standards.

  • Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable terms while ensuring product quality and brand standards are met
    Coordinate closely with Culinary, F&B, Housekeeping, Engineering, and other departments to understand purchasing needs and specifications.

  • Ensure timely procurement of perishable and non-perishable goods, minimizing disruptions to hotel operations.

  • Monitor inventory levels and consumption trends; work with storekeepers to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce waste or overstocking.

  • Implement cost-control measures and identify opportunities for savings without compromising guest experience or quality.

  • Conduct regular market surveys and price comparisons to ensure competitiveness and value.

  • Ensure all purchases comply with company policies, internal controls, and local regulations (including health, safety, and hygiene standards).

  • Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, proper authorization, and budget alignment.

  • Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, supplier agreements, and audit documentation.

  • Work closely with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end closing activities.

  • Monitor and evaluate supplier performance; address issues related to quality, delivery, or service levels.

  • Coordinate with receiving and stores to ensure proper inspection, acceptance, and storage of goods.

  • Manage and resolve any supply chain disruptions, shortages, or urgent procurement requirements.

  • Lead, train, and supervise purchasing team members to ensure efficiency and adherence to procedures.

  • Support sustainability initiatives by sourcing environmentally responsible products and vendors where possible.

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Hospitality, or related field.

  • Minimum 3–5 years of purchasing/procurement experience in leadership role, preferably in hospitality.

  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and cost-control skills.

  • Knowledge of procurement systems (Birchstreet, etc.) and inventory management.

  • Familiarity with food & beverage sourcing and hotel operations is an advantage.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • High attention to detail with strong organizational ability.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.

  • Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English language.

  • Must be able to speak, read, and write Bahasa Malaysia.

  • Must have the right to work in Malaysia.

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package

  • Excellent training and development opportunities

  • Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

  • Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms

  • Complimentary employee meals

Work Type: Full Time

Join Our Team

Join a team that is built on mutual respect, collaboration, creativity and a commitment to the highest quality of service. Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur provides guests with a haven of serenity and luxury in a bustling city. Four Seasons provides employees with the same level of care that we expect to be shared with our guests. We have been ranked in FORTUNE Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to work for since 1998.

What to expect: You will……

Be a champion of the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you

Be part of a cohesive team with opportunities to learn, grow and develop

Have the opportunity to engage in diverse and challenging work

Derive a sense of pride in work well done

Be recognized for excellence

Visa sponsorship is not available for the role. Due to strict work permit regulations, position is applicable to local candidates or candidates with Malaysian Permanent Resident status holder only. Only successful candidates will be contacted.