Strategic Procurement & Vendor Management Lead

F&B Company (Confidential)

Bahrain

On-site

BHD 18,000 - 36,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

F&B Company (Confidential) is seeking an experienced Procurement & Vendor Management Manager to lead sourcing initiatives, strengthen supplier relationships and enhance procurement efficiency and cost control across the organization. The role requires deep expertise in strategic sourcing, negotiations and managing supplier performance, with a focus on delivering savings while maintaining quality.

Mandarin or additional languages are not required, but English proficiency is essential for

Qualifications

8-10+ years of relevant experience in trading, distribution, manufacturing, retail, F&B or similar operational businesses.
Strong capabilities in sourcing, negotiation, vendor management and commercial contracts.
Proven experience in procurement cost control and process improvement.
Experience supervising or leading a procurement team preferred.
ERP experience; SAP advantageous.
Exposure to inventory, warehousing, logistics and planning advantageous.
Strong English communication and negotiation skills; Arabic advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing, RFQs, supplier evaluation and negotiations.
Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance.
Manage contracts, commercial terms and supplier commitments.
Deliver procurement savings while maintaining quality and service standards.
Assess supplier risks and ensure continuity of supply.
Design, implement and continuously improve procurement processes, controls and governance.
Coordinate with operational teams on purchasing requirements and supply priorities.
Use ERP systems to maintain accurate procurement records and reporting.