Procurement Manager

Lite Bite Foods (LBF); Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lite Bite Foods (LBF) is seeking an experienced End-to-End Procurement & Category Management professional to oversee end-to-end procurement across multiple categories including food, packaging and equipment. You will develop category strategies, drive cost optimization, and manage CAPEX procurement for new store openings and renovations.

You will negotiate with suppliers, coordinate with Projects, Operations, Finance and Brand teams, and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery

Qualifications

• Experience across all procurement categories including food, non-food, equipment and infrastructure.
• Proven track record in CAPEX procurement, project procurement and new store openings.
• Experience managing multi-location operations and a diverse vendor network.
• Strong commercial negotiation, cost analysis and budgeting skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/SAP and procurement MIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement across categories including food ingredients, packaging, equipment and renovations.
• Develop category strategies aligned with business requirements and drive cost optimization.
• Manage CAPEX procurement for new store openings and expansion projects, with budget control.
• Negotiate with suppliers, evaluate quotations and ensure compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with Operations, Projects, Finance, Quality Assurance and Brand teams.
• Monitor supplier performance, savings, and inventory/lead times to reduce wastage.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

CAPEX procurement

Project procurement

New store openings

MS Excel

ERP/SAP

Procurement MIS

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/SAP

Job description

End-to-End Procurement & Category Management

• Manage procurement across all categories, including food and beverages, raw materials, packaging, consumables, kitchen equipment, smallwares, uniforms, furniture, fixtures, and operational supplies.
• Develop category-wise procurement strategies aligned with business requirements.
• Drive cost optimization, competitive sourcing, and standardization across all restaurant brands.

2. CAPEX Procurement & New Store Openings

• Manage end-to-end CAPEX procurement for new restaurant openings, renovations, and expansion projects.
• Handle procurement of kitchen equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, furniture, fixtures, electrical equipment, and other infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate with Projects, Operations, Finance, and Brand teams to ensure timely delivery and installation.
• Control project budgets, evaluate quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and monitor CAPEX utilization against approved budgets.

3. Vendor Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, negotiate with, and onboard reliable suppliers and service providers.
• Establish long-term vendor partnerships and ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service levels.
• Conduct vendor performance reviews, market benchmarking, and periodic rate contract negotiations.
• Ensure vendor compliance with company policies and applicable statutory requirements.

4. Supply Chain Operations & Cost Control

• Ensure uninterrupted material availability across restaurants and central operations.
• Optimize inventory levels, order cycles, lead times, and distribution costs.
• Monitor procurement budgets, savings, price variances, and supplier performance.
• Develop effective supply chain processes to minimize wastage and operational costs.

5. Cross-Functional Coordination & Governance

• Work closely with Operations, Culinary, Projects, Finance, Quality Assurance, and Brand teams.
• Ensure procurement processes comply with approved budgets, authorization matrices, and company policies.
• Implement SOPs, procurement controls, MIS reporting, and performance dashboards.
• Support business expansion and multi-location procurement requirements across India.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Procurement cost savings and cost optimization.
• CAPEX budget adherence for new store openings.
• On-time delivery and material availability.
• Vendor performance and compliance.
• Procurement turnaround time.
• Inventory accuracy and reduction in wastage.
• Timely procurement support for new store openings.

Candidate Profile

• 1015 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Strategic Sourcing, preferably in the hospitality, QSR, restaurant, hotel, or food service industry.
• Strong experience in all procurement categories, including food, non-food, operational supplies, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Proven expertise in CAPEX procurement, project procurement, and new store openings.
• Experience managing multi-location operations and a diverse vendor network.
• Strong commercial negotiation, cost analysis, budgeting, and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, procurement MIS, and ERP/SAP systems.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.