Strategic Food Procurement Lead

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer in Kuwait. The candidate will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, sourcing food and equipment, and optimizing procurement processes. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong negotiation skills, and a good understanding of Kuwait's logistics cycle. This role offers an opportunity to drive productivity through innovative sourcing solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' proven experience as a purchasing officer or similar position.
• Ability to gather and analyze data.
• Knowledge of the Kuwait inbound logistics cycle.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for capital equipment, services, and food ingredients sourcing.
• Collaborates with project teams to execute full sourcing processes.
• Tracks and reports key functional metrics to reduce expenses.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Vendor management

Supply chain management

Job description

A leading procurement organization is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer in Kuwait. The candidate will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, sourcing food and equipment, and optimizing procurement processes. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong negotiation skills, and a good understanding of Kuwait's logistics cycle. This role offers an opportunity to drive productivity through innovative sourcing solutions.