food service industry-Procurement Specialist

1 day ago


Jeddah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia Arab National Bank Full time

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist with 3-5 years of experience in the catering and food service industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier contracts to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of food ingredients, kitchen equipment, and operational supplies. This role demands strong supplier relationship management, cost control, and compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

  1. Procurement & Supplier Management:
  2. Source, evaluate, and negotiate with food suppliers, equipment vendors, and service providers to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
  3. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chain operations.
  4. Monitor supplier performance based on cost, quality, delivery reliability, and compliance.
  5. Manage vendor contracts, tenders, and purchasing agreements to align with company budgets and goals.
  6. Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
  7. Inventory & Cost Control:
  8. Maintain optimum inventory levels for food ingredients, beverages, and kitchen supplies.
  9. Work with the kitchen and finance teams to monitor and control procurement costs, ensuring cost-efficiency.
  10. Track food and raw material price fluctuations to make data-driven purchasing decisions.
  11. Reduce food waste and stock losses by improving inventory turnover rates.
  12. Identify alternative suppliers in case of supply chain disruptions.
  13. Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  14. Ensure all purchased food products meet HACCP, ISO 22000, and local food safety standards.
  15. Conduct regular supplier audits to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ethical sourcing standards.
  16. Collaborate with the quality control and operations teams to align procurement with company food safety policies.
  17. Maintain proper documentation of procurement transactions, including purchase orders, invoices, and contracts.
  18. Logistics & Supply Chain Optimization:
  19. Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery and minimize supply chain disruptions.
  20. Optimize procurement lead times by implementing just-in-time (JIT) purchasing strategies.

Negotiate bulk purchasing and long-term contracts to maximize cost savings.

  1. Experience:
  2. 3-5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in catering, restaurants, or food production.
  3. Education & Certifications:
  4. Bachelor's degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
  5. Must hold CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), or equivalent certification.
  6. Skills & Competencies:
  7. Strong negotiation skills to secure competitive supplier contracts.
  8. Experience with ERP and procurement software (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  9. Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, and ISO regulations.
  10. Ability to analyze procurement trends and optimize purchasing decisions.
  11. Strong attention to detail and financial acumen to manage budgets and cost control.
  12. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Experience in high-volume catering operations or central kitchens.
  2. Knowledge of import/export regulations related to food procurement.
  3. Experience working with multi-location supply chains.
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