Job Description

Objective
To lead and manage the procurement of indirect materials and services essential to F&B operations, including packaging, kitchen equipment, marketing materials, maintenance services and office supplies. The role ensures cost efficiency, supplier reliability, and timely delivery to support business growth and operational excellence.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of indirect materials and services that support outlets and head office operations.
• Develop category sourcing strategies (packaging, uniforms, cleaning services, kitchen equipment, marketing) to optimize supplier performance and cost efficiency.
• Negotiate contracts and SLAs with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery
• Drive procurement KPIs including cost savings, supplier service levels, contract compliance, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and F&B industry standards
• Work closely with outlet operations, marketing, and finance teams to align sourcing with business needs.
• Maintain accurate procurement data, purchase records and vendor performance reports in the system.
• Conduct supplier evaluation, audits and risk management to ensure business continuity.
• Lead initiatives to streamline procurement processes.
• Support new outlet openings by sourcing and ensuring timely delivery of required materials and services.

Job Requirements

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in any related field.
• Preferably a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or equivalent education.
• Minimum 6-8 years and above related working experience in procurement
• Strong background in indirect procurement (packaging, kitchen equipment, facilities and marketing services)
• Experience in ERP/procurement systems and supplier performance management.
• Deep knowledge of sourcing for indirect categories in the F&B sector.
• Strong negotiation, contract management and vendor relationship skills.
• Analytical skill
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity and commitment to compliance and ethical sourcing.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly expanding F&B business.

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