Procurement Manager

Confidential Jobs; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Sharjah seeks a Procurement Manager to develop sourcing strategies for food and beverage products. The role involves supplier relationship management, contract negotiations, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in procurement within the Food and Beverage sector, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering. The position emphasizes strategic sourcing and market intelligence to optimize cost and quality.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of procurement experience in Food and Beverage sector.
• CPMG certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for food and beverage categories.
• Manage supplier relationships for quality and compliance.
• Negotiate contracts for optimal cost savings.
• Monitor market trends for proactive procurement.
• Ensure timely availability of materials by managing purchase orders.
• Collaborate with culinary teams for menu innovation.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives.
• Maintain accurate procurement data for analysis.
• Implement risk management strategies.
• Lead continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Category Management

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Cost Analysis & Budgeting

Market Intelligence

Quality Assurance

ERP & Procurement Systems

Compliance & Governance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor Degree in Business, preferably Engineering

International Trade Certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Role Purpose:

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for direct materials, including food and beverage categories, to ensure cost efficiency, quality, and timely availability. This role drives supplier relationship management, negotiates contracts, and ensures compliance with company standards while supporting menu innovation and operational excellence. By leveraging market insights and aligning procurement activities with business objectives, the manager plays a critical role in delivering value to both internal stakeholders and customers.

What You’ll Own:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct categories (food, beverages, packaging) aligned with business objectives and cost targets.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to achieve optimal cost savings and favorable terms for the organization.
• Monitor market trends and commodity pricing to anticipate risks and opportunities, ensuring proactive procurement decisions.
• Ensure timely availability of materials by managing purchase orders, lead times, and supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to support menu innovation and new product launches through effective sourcing.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality or service standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and reports for spend analysis, forecasting, and compliance audits.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance procurement processes, efficiency, and supplier performance.

Qualification:

• Bachelor Degree in Business, preferably Engineering
• International Trade Certification

Experience:

• 8 to 10 years of procurement experience in Food and Beverage sector.
• CPMG

Role Specific Skills:

• Category Management – Expertise in managing food, beverage, and packaging categories, including cost analysis and supplier segmentation.
• Strategic Sourcing – Ability to develop sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.
• Contract Management – Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and managing supplier agreements and SLAs.
• Supplier Relationship Management – Building and maintaining strong partnerships to ensure performance and compliance.
• Cost Analysis & Budgeting – Proficiency in analyzing cost structures, forecasting, and managing procurement budgets.
• Market Intelligence – Understanding commodity trends, global supply chain dynamics, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Quality Assurance – Ensuring all sourced products meet food safety and quality standards.
• ERP & Procurement Systems – Hands-on experience with procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for PO management and reporting.
• Compliance & Governance – Knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal procurement policies.
• Project Management – Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, such as menu launches or cost optimization projects.