Purchasing & Inventory Officer

Calo; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A health-focused food tech startup in Dubai is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Officer to manage procurement and ensure efficient warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-3 years of experience in procurement within the food or FMCG sector. Key responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, monitoring inventory, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in procurement and warehouse roles, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
• Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure timely procurement of ingredients and inventory.
• Track and analyze purchasing data and supplier performance.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics and stock control.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency with inventory software

Understanding of food safety standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Calo Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy.

We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role Overview As a Purchasing and Inventory Officer at Calo UAE, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes and ensuring efficient warehouse operations.

Your role is key to maintaining the quality, cost-efficiency, and timely availability of products and materials.

Additionally, you will assist the operations team in ensuring smooth daily functions across the supply chain and production workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers for materials, packaging, and services.
• Ensure timely procurement of ingredients and inventory in line with production schedules.
• Track and analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliability and consistency.
• Stay updated on market trends and price fluctuations, especially in the F&B industry.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, stock control, and storage practices.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and minimize stock discrepancies.
• Implement best practices in warehouse layout, space optimization, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, health, and food safety standards.
• Monitor expiry dates, batch tracking, and FIFO and FEFO systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in procurement and warehouse roles, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with inventory software and ERP systems.
• Familiarity with food safety standards and warehouse compliance.
• Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.