F&B Supply Chain Director: Sourcing, Inventory & Logistics

Client of Career Hunters; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Career Hunters is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain professional based in Kuwait to lead end-to-end procurement, sourcing, warehousing, logistics, and demand planning for the F&B sector. The role requires establishing and optimizing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiency, and ensuring material availability for restaurant operations.

The candidate will manage local and international sourcing, develop KPI dashboards, and collaborate with Finance, Operations, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Must be currently based in Kuwait.
• Open to all nationalities and genders.
• Strong F&B industry experience is mandatory, preferably within restaurants, food products, food service, or related businesses.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic Supply Chain plans aligned with the company s business objectives.
• Manage end-to-end Supply Chain operations covering Procurement Sourcing Warehousing Logistics Inventory Demand Planning and Maintenance requirements.
• Lead local and international sourcing including supplier identification evaluation negotiation onboarding and relationship management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and ensure competitive pricing quality lead times and service levels.
• Optimize inventory levels improve stock availability reduce wastage and minimize slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Lead demand planning and forecasting in coordination with Operations Finance and other relevant departments.
• Oversee warehouse and logistics operations to ensure efficient timely and cost-effective movement of goods and materials.
• Ensure timely availability of materials spare parts equipment and consumables required for restaurant and operational activities.
• Identify and implement cost optimization and Supply Chain efficiency initiatives.
• Develop monitor and analyze Supply Chain KPIs management reports and performance dashboards.
• Work closely with Operations Finance Purchasing Maintenance and other departments to ensure seamless business operations.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Warehousing

Logistics

Inventory Management

Demand Planning

Maintenance procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Forecasting

Reporting

Job description

Client of Career Hunters is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain professional based in Kuwait to lead end-to-end procurement, sourcing, warehousing, logistics, and demand planning for the F&B sector. The role requires establishing and optimizing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiency, and ensuring material availability for restaurant operations.

The candidate will manage local and international sourcing, develop KPI dashboards, and collaborate with Finance, Operations, and