Job Description
“Happiness Is Always at The Edge – Change and be Happy!”
Are You Ready to Shape the Future and Lead with Excellence?
Waters Edge, a benchmark of Sri Lankan hospitality, is seeking a skilled and experienced Procurement Executive to support the procurement operations of the hotel, ensuring efficient sourcing, supplier coordination, cost control, and timely availability of quality products and services across all business functions. The role is responsible for managing quotation processes, purchase order preparation, supplier coordination, procurement documentation, and maintaining effective procurement procedures in line with operational requirements.
As we continue to uphold our commitment to operational excellence and sustainable business growth, Waters Edge offers outstanding career opportunities for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about procurement management within a dynamic hospitality environment. Reporting to the Manager – Procurement, we invite applications from suitably qualified and motivated candidates to join our team as a Procurement Executive.
Procurement Executive
Responsibilities
- Obtain and analyze competitive quotations from approved suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement while maintaining required quality standards.
- Convert approved purchase requisitions into purchase orders in line with organizational procurement procedures.
- Coordinate with suppliers to confirm orders, monitor delivery schedules, and ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
- Maintain effective day-to-day communication with suppliers to resolve issues related to availability, delays, incorrect deliveries, or invoice discrepancies.
- Continuously monitor market prices for frequently purchased and high-volume items to support cost control and informed purchasing decisions.
- Maintain updated supplier databases, including pricing and rate information, to support procurement planning and cost efficiency.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation, including purchase orders, invoices, quotations, and supplier agreements for audit and reconciliation purposes.
- Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies, procedures, and documentation standards while supporting smooth procurement operations across departments.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related discipline, with additional professional qualifications in procurement or supply chain management considered an added advantage.
- 1–3 years of proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain-related functions, preferably within hospitality, retail, or service-oriented environments.
- Sound knowledge of procurement processes, quotation handling, supplier coordination, and purchasing procedures.
- Exposure to inventory management systems or ERP software applications, with basic knowledge of systems such as Materials Control considered essential.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in handling quotations, invoices, and procurement documentation.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple procurement requests efficiently.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in handling procurement-related activities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic understanding of inventory management or ERP systems.
“If you have a passion for setting industry standards in hospitality, we invite you to join us on this journey.”
This role is for immediate hire and applications will be closed within 5 days of this advertisement.
Please e-mail your resume to careers@watersedge.lk
Please mention the position applied for in FULL CAPITALS in the subject header.
Waters Edge is an equal opportunity employer.