Senior Buyer - Gateway APAC
Core
Lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives for Merlin's Gateway attractions across the APAC region, focusing on supplier partnerships and commercial value.
Role type
Senior Buyer (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Strategic sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and commercial outcomes for regional attractions.
Domain
Tourism and Entertainment
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, spend analysis, tender process leadership, cost-saving identification, stakeholder management, Microsoft Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
Tourism/hospitality/entertainment procurement experience, capital project procurement, multi-country/region experience, procurement systems knowledge (Coupa, SAP, Oracle), responsible sourcing/ESG knowledge, CIPS qualification, global/matrix organization experience
Technologies
Coupa, SAP, Oracle
Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, develop regional category strategies, manage RFIs/RFQs/RFPs and contract renewals, consolidate suppliers, conduct spend analysis, develop supplier relationships, drive supplier innovation, negotiate pricing and terms, partner with business leaders, support responsible sourcing practices, ensure compliance with governance policies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC