Décor & Procurement Specialist

Onguma Nature Reserve

About the role

Positions: 1 | NEIS Category: Specialised/Skilled/Senior Supervisory | Employment: Full time / Permanent | Posted: 04-11-2026 The RoleYou will be responsible for procuring and managing lodge supplies consisting of, FF&E, linen, décor, and guest-facing items across all Onguma properties, ensuring that every item meets the aesthetic and quality standard of a true luxury safari experience. You will work closely alongside the Lodge Standards & Operations Manager on all procurement approvals and lodge condition assessments, and with our appointed Interior Decorator on design direction and supplier development. For the right candidate, this role has real potential to grow into broader interior decorating responsibilities over time.For small operational replacements such as glassware, towels, or linen, you are expected to exercise independent aesthetic judgement and source a like-for-like replacement that fits the existing look, feel, and quality standard of the lodge. For significant items such as furniture, décor, and soft furnishings, you always work within the direction set by our Interior Decorator and management team. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing purchase orders from approval through to final delivery • Sourcing and selecting guest-facing replacement items that complement the existing aesthetic and quality standard of each lodge • Coordinating suppliers, freight companies, and lodge deliveries • Tracking orders and ensuring goods are delivered correctly and on time • Ensuring all deliveries are accurately labelled for the correct lodge and department • Reconciling procurement documentation and supplier invoices • Monitoring stock levels and assisting with procurement planning • Maintaining excellent supplier relationships and resolving delivery issues proactively • Assisting the Interior Decorator with logistics and supplier coordination during lodge soft refurbishments and décor refresh projects Special Requirements: • Come from an interior design, luxury hospitality procurement, FF&E, décor sourcing, or luxury retail background — this is essential, not merely advantageous • Can walk into a linen supplier and assess quality, thread count, and weight by touch, without being told what to look for • Know instinctively whether a replacement item belongs in a five-star safari lodge or not • Have the personal integrity to operate independently and make procurement decisions that are always in the best interest of the business • Are highly organised, self-directed, and take full ownership of your work from order placement through to delivery and quality inspection • Are willing and able to travel regularly within Namibia and to South Africa for supplier visits and lodge inspections Company Contact: Address: 28 Heinitzburg Street Windhoek, KH, Namibia Phone: 067229112 Website: http://www.onguma.com

Requirements

• [Minimum requirements:]
• Background in interior design, luxury hospitality, FF&E procurement, or décor sourcing — essential
• Minimum five years relevant professional experience
• Relevant tertiary qualification preferred
• Valid driver’s licence
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines without dropping the ball
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Namibian citizenship or permanent residency will be advantageous

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