F&B Category Manager, Pacific

Accor is a world leader in the hotel industry, present in 110 countries, with more than 5,500 hotels and 10,000 restaurants and bars. The group deploys an integrated hotel ecosystem that is among the most diversified in the sector, notably associating luxury and high-end brands, mid-range and economic offers, exclusive lifestyle concepts, venues for shows and entertainment, clubs, restaurants and bars, private residences, shared accommodation, Qantas Lounges, concierge services and co-working spaces. Accor has a portfolio of incomparable brands, led by more than 300,000 employees around the world.

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking global hospitality leader where innovation meets excellence. At the heart of our success is an uncompromising commitment to quality and sustainable sourcing. We’re seeking a strategic and results-driven F&B Procurement Category Manager to elevate our food and beverage sourcing across the vibrant and diverse Pacific region.

Why Join Us?

• Influence procurement strategy across a diverse and thriving region.
• Collaborate with passionate teams committed to elevating culinary and guest experiences.
• Opportunity to shape sustainable sourcing practices that make a real impact.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities in a global powerhouse.

Your Mission:

Reporting to the Senior Category Manager, as the F&B Procurement Category Manager, you will support the management of a $200M annual procurement portfolio. Your role will focus on assisting with cost control, supporting supplier relationships, and contributing to sourcing quality products that enhance our guest experience. You will collaborate with culinary, operations, and sustainability teams to help promote responsible and ethical procurement practices.

What You'll Own:

• Contract Support: Assist in drafting, execution, monitoring, and renewal of contracts to help ensure obligations are met and potential risks are identified.
• Supplier Coordination: Help build and maintain positive supplier relationships to support quality and sustainability goals. Conduct market research to spot upcoming suppliers and trends.
• Cost Management: Support initiatives aimed at optimizing costs while managing supply risks across multiple countries.
• Cross-Functional Assistance: Work closely with culinary, operations, and sustainability teams to align procurement activities with broader business objectives.
• Data Reporting: Provide category data and insights to contribute to informed sourcing decisions.
• Compliance Awareness: Ensure adherence to company policies and relevant regulations under supervision to promote ethical procurement practices.

What You Bring:

• Around 1-3 years of experience in procurement or category management, ideally in hospitality or FMCG sectors.
• Familiarity with the Pacific region’s supply markets and regulatory context is a plus.
• Good communication, negotiation, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Analytical skills with experience or willingness to learn procurement software and spend management tools.
• Interest in sustainable sourcing practices aligned with brand values.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline; certifications are a bonus but not required.

Suitably experienced and qualified applicants who currently have full working rights in Australia will only be considered.

Candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the advertisement. Accor reserves the right to close applications for the position prior to the advertised date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.