Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Duties & responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for materials, ingredients, and packaging.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of high-quality products.
• Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and other necessary items.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure that the production process is not disrupted due to material shortages.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to ensure all purchased materials meet the required specifications & standards.
• Address any quality issues with suppliers and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Assist in the development of the procurement budget and ensure adherence to it.
• Track spending against the budget and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all purchasing activities, contracts, and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, including food safety and environmental standards.
• Stay updated on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and availability of raw materials.
• Provide insights & recommendations to the management team regarding potential risks or opportunities in the supply chain.
• Work closely with production, logistics, quality assurance, and finance teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in product development meetings to provide input on the availability and cost of new ingredients or materials.

Desired Candidate Profile

3. Required skills & qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in the F&B manufacturing industry.
• Fluent in English is a must.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards.