Lead Food Sourcing and Demand Planner

Independent Food; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 183,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to support procurement operations. This role involves sourcing ingredients and packaging while managing suppliers to ensure quality and compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience in procurement within the food industry, with strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position offers opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and driving cost reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the food industry.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and standards (HACCP, FSMA, BRC) is essential.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing sourcing strategies for food ingredients and packaging.
• Conduct supplier research and evaluate quotes and proposals.
• Collaborate with various teams to align sourcing strategies.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Food Science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

e-procurement tools

Job description

A leading food production company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Demand Planning Specialist to support procurement operations. This role involves sourcing ingredients and packaging while managing suppliers to ensure quality and compliance with food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2-4 years of experience in procurement within the food industry, with strong analytical and negotiation skills. This position offers opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams and driving cost reduction initiatives.