M Village

Key Responsibilities
A. Procurement Strategy & Governance
• Define and execute M-Village’s group-wide procurement strategy aligned with financial targets, expansion plans, and operational needs.
• Establish procurement governance, policies, approval frameworks, and ethical standards to ensure transparency, compliance, and risk control.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CFO on cost structure optimization, capex planning, cash management, and supplier risk.
B. Strategic Sourcing & Category Leadership
• Lead sourcing strategies across core hospitality categories including:
• FF&E, OS&E, design & fit-out
• F&B, housekeeping, guest supplies
• Engineering, maintenance, utilities, and services
• Capex projects and development-related spend
• Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) mindset beyond price, balancing cost, quality, sustainability, and guest experience.
• Build strategic supplier partnerships while maintaining competitive sourcing discipline.
C. Systems, Processes & Procurement Set-Up
• Design and implement scalable procurement processes suitable for a fast-growing hotel/living concept.
• Lead selection and rollout of procurement tools (e-procurement, contract management, spend analytics).
• Ensure standardization across properties while allowing necessary flexibility for local operations.
D. Procurement Transformation & Value Creation
• Lead the transformation of procurement from tactical purchasing to a strategic value creator.
• Identify and deliver cost savings, productivity improvements, and working capital benefits.
• Introduce best practices in sourcing, contract management, supplier performance, and risk management.
E. Team Leadership & Capability Building
• Build, lead, and coach a high-performing procurement team at both corporate and property levels.
• Define clear roles, KPIs, and career development paths.
• Upgrade procurement capability in strategic sourcing, negotiation, data analysis, and stakeholder management.
F. Stakeholder & Change Management
• Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Design, Engineering, and Property General Managers.
• Balance cost efficiency with operational excellence, brand standards, and guest satisfaction.
• Lead change effectively in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications & Experience
• 10 + years of experience in purchasing/procurement.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role, managing teams and stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial judgment.
• Ability to operate hands-on in a dynamic environment. Preferred (but not mandatory)
• Experience in hospitality, hotels, serviced apartments, or F&B chains.
• Exposure to project procurement (openings, renovations, rollouts).

Leadership & Competencies
• Strong people leadership and coaching mindset
• High ownership and accountability
• Pragmatic, execution-focused, and calm under pressure
• High integrity and ethical standards