Purchasing & Inventory Officer

Calo Inc; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food sector is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Officer in Dubai. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing procurement processes, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Supply Chain or Business and 2–3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in procurement and warehouse roles.
• Experience in the food or FMCG sector is preferred.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP and safety standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Inventory software

ERP systems

Job description

AboutCalo

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

Procurement:

• 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.
  

Warehouse Management:

• 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