Overview
Purchasing Manager at Cambridge House, Auberge Collection – a luxury Mayfair landmark entering the 2026 season. This role shapes the procurement foundation for a boutique hotel that blends heritage, design, and modern comfort.
Responsibilities
* Design, implement, and manage the procurement strategy for all categories (F&B, amenities, linen, engineering supplies, furniture & fixtures, non‑food operational supplies) aligned with the hotel’s luxury positioning.
* Source, evaluate and contract suppliers ensuring quality, sustainability, ethical practices and cost‑effectiveness.
* Negotiate contracts and supplier agreements for best value, high standards, reliability and logistics.
* Lead stock and inventory management: establish par levels, oversee storeroom operations, receiving, storage, distribution and regular stock audits.
* Forecast demand across departments in collaboration with Heads of Departments to ensure uninterrupted service and minimise waste.
* Monitor market trends (luxury, design, sustainable sourcing) and adjust strategies accordingly.
* Ensure all purchasing procedures, systems, controls and documentation are compliant with regulatory requirements (e.g. food safety, health & safety) and aligned with financial policies.
* Build, lead, mentor and develop a purchasing team: recruitment, training, performance reviews and continual improvement.
* Partner with Finance to manage budgets, cost savings, supplier invoicing and accurate cost‑of‑goods reporting.
* Contribute positively to the guest experience through quality of room amenities, linen feel and consistency of F&B supplies.
Qualifications
* At least 5 years in purchasing/procurement within luxury hospitality, ideally in high‑end London hotels.
* Experience across multiple categories (F&B, non‑food, capital goods, FF&E).
* Strong negotiation skills, securing premium quality at competitive cost.
* Excellent organisational, analytical, forecasting skills; comfortable under pressure with tight deadlines during pre‑opening.
* Experience with purchasing or inventory management systems and supplier performance tools.
* Detail‑oriented focus on quality, presentation, sustainability, compliance.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; collaborative with internal departments and supplier partners.
* Strategic mindset, problem solver, high integrity, ownership.
* Formal qualifications such as CIPS desirable but not mandatory.
Additional Information
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. With 30 unique properties, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in the world’s most desirable destinations. For more information: auberge.com/cambridge-house/.
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