Hospitality jobs in Malaysia

Dragon Cruises (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd – Johor Bahru, Johor

The Procurement Manager for the Cruise & Hospitality industry is responsible for sourcing and managing goods and services that support vessel operations, hotel services, and guest experience. This role ensures timely, cost-effective, and quality procurement of food & beverage, hotel supplies, technical items, and services while maintaining compliance with maritime, safety, and hospitality standards.

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support cruise vessel and hospitality operations.
• Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers for food & beverage, hotel, housekeeping, technical, and operational supplies.
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of items to vessels, ports, and hospitality locations.
• Manage vendor relationships and conduct regular supplier performance evaluations.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with operations to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, food safety standards, and company policies.
• Track market trends, availability, and pricing fluctuations in the hospitality and marine sectors.
• Coordinate closely with onboard teams, hotel operations, finance, and logistics providers.
• Manage procurement documentation, reporting, and audit requirements.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities without compromising guest satisfaction and safety.
• Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team, where applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of procurement experience, managerial role in hotel & hospitality industry is highly preferred.
• Proven experience in sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost control.
• Experience in the cruise, marine, or hospitality industry is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with maritime regulations, food safety standards, and hospitality compliance requirements.
• Strong track record of leading procurement teams and driving operational efficiency.

• Strong procurement, sourcing, and contract management skills.
• Experience in cruise or hospitality supplies (F&B, hotel, technical).
• Knowledge of maritime regulations, food safety, and compliance standards.
• Negotiation, supplier management, and vendor performance evaluation.
• Inventory planning, budgeting, and cost‑control skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight operational deadlines.
• Leadership, problem‑solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Integrity, adaptability, and customer‑focused mindset.

• Full‑time shore‑based role with standard office hours.
• May require occasional travel to onboard vessels or regional offices.
• Must comply with company policies and local regulatory requirements.

Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .