Operations & Supply Chain Manager

PawPots; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A pet food company is seeking an Operations & Supply Chain Manager in Dubai to lead their manufacturing facility and optimize supply chain processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Operations or Food Technology, with 5-8+ years of experience in food manufacturing. Responsibilities include overseeing production, implementing food safety standards, and managing procurement. This role offers the chance to revolutionize the pet food industry while ensuring quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of experience in Food Manufacturing, Central Kitchen Management, or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and UAE Municipality codes.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production shifts and manage the Kitchen Supervisor.
• Execute the Global Quality Management System and adapt SOPs.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to reduce COGS.
• Minimize food wastage and optimize inventory levels.
• Lead operational setup and maintenance of production facility.
• Track and report key metrics to drive operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Procurement

Cost reduction

Food safety knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Food Technology, or Supply Chain

Job description

Job Description

PawPots is seeking a strategic Operations & Supply Chain Manager to lead our new manufacturing facility and optimize our supply chain in the UAE.

You will act as the local "Guardian" of quality and cost, overseeing the end-to-end production cycle—from negotiating ingredient prices with suppliers to ensuring the final product meets strict food safety standards and reaches customers on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing Operations: Lead daily production shifts and manage the Kitchen Supervisor to ensure efficient, on-time dispatch.
• Implement Food Safety Standards: Execute the Global Quality Management System (QMS) provided by HQ. Adapt SOPs to the local facility and ensure full compliance with HACCP and UAE Municipality regulations.
• Drive Procurement & Cost Control: Act as the primary purchasing lead. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to reduce Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) without compromising quality.
• Optimize Inventory & Logistics: Minimize food wastage (target <2%) and optimize inventory levels. Oversee the logistics fleet to ensure route efficiency.
• Facility Management: Lead the operational setup and maintenance of our new production facility to support scaling.
• Monitor Performance: Track and report key metrics (Yield, Labor Cost, Wastage) to the Regional Operations Manager to drive operational improvements.

Company Description

PawPots is an online platform offering fresh, cooked, and customized meal plans for pets, complemented with Health-tech services to help pet parents care for their pets in a more convenient and efficient way.

Company Location

Dubai, UAE

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Food Technology, or Supply Chain.
• 5-8+ years of experience in Food Manufacturing, Central Kitchen Management, or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, and UAE Municipality codes.
• Proven experience in Procurement, P&L analysis, and cost reduction.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving skills, and English proficiency.
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Passion for the pet industry and PawPots’ mission.

If you have a talent for operational excellence and want to be part of a company that is revolutionizing the way pets eat, we’d love to hear from you!