Ingredient Sourcing & Supplier Development Lead

KDD; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

KDD in Kuwait City is seeking a Procurement and Supplier Development professional to identify, evaluate, and onboard ingredient suppliers, ensuring cost-effective and compliant supply for food products.

Responsibilities include market research, supplier audits, cross-functional collaboration with R&D, QA, Regulatory Affairs, and Marketing to ensure timely availability of approved materials for new launches. 2–5 years' experience in procurement in food manufacturing preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supplier development in the food manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify alternative ingredient sources, emerging suppliers, and industry trends.

Skills

Cost analysis

Commercial evaluation

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

ERP Oracle

AI tools

Analytical thinking

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft 365

Job description

KDD in Kuwait City is seeking a Procurement and Supplier Development professional to identify, evaluate, and onboard ingredient suppliers, ensuring cost-effective and compliant supply for food products.

Responsibilities include market research, supplier audits, cross-functional collaboration with R&D, QA, Regulatory Affairs, and Marketing to ensure timely availability of approved materials for new launches. 2–5 years' experience in procurement in food manufacturing preferred.