The Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Buyer to join our Event Purchasing team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing vendor relationships for all event-related purchases — from venues and catering to merchandise, entertainment, and travel services. You will play a critical role in ensuring our events are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate suppliers for event venues, catering, audiovisual, décor, transportation, and related services
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve best value while maintaining quality standards
- Manage the full purchasing process from RFP through contract execution and invoice reconciliation
- Build and maintain a preferred supplier database
- Track spend and ensure purchases align with event budgets
- Collaborate with event managers and programme teams to understand requirements and timelines
- Resolve vendor issues and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
What You Bring
- 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience, ideally in events or hospitality
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple purchases and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience with procurement or event management software
