Strategic Sourcing Manager - Food & Non-Food

Qatar Airways; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Qatar Aircraft Catering Company (QACC) is seeking a dynamic Sourcing Manager to drive strategic sourcing for food and non-food categories. You will partner with the Line Manager to identify suppliers, evaluate proposals, and develop RFQs while aligning with QR Group objectives on cost, quality and reliability.

The role requires a bachelor degree with 6+ years experience in airline catering or large food service, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English (Arabic preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree with minimum 6 years of job-related experience.
• Exposure to Middle East food sourcing market.
• Experience in airline catering / large food service catering organization is a must.
• Sourcing management experience in food and beverage in international markets is a must.
• Strong negotiation experience with suppliers.
• Fluent command of English; Arabic preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under pressure.
• Numeracy and ability to present data clearly.
• People management skills.
• Contractual and financial acumen.
• Demonstrative initiative and autonomy.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent in Purchasing/Commerce.

Responsibilities

• Manage all sourcing document requirements for RFQs including volume requirements, MOQs and specifications.
• Provide strategic analysis of products to plan forward RFQs.
• Develop and publish plans for sourcing all categories and improve processes to ensure capacity.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers to maximize supply chain value.
• Evaluate new suppliers and recommend procurement options to senior management.
• Lead vendor qualification with QACC Supply Chain and Quality Assurance guidelines.
• Develop innovative products to diversify onboard food service and customer experience.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure robust supplier processes and controls.
• Lead project activities such as spend analysis to drive performance and efficiency.
• Plan yearly exhibition/tradeshow calendar and participate in events considering cost, quality, and delivery.
• Analyze market trends to inform opportunities and constraints.
• Establish backup supplier network to reduce stockouts.
• Perform other duties as directed by Head of Department.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Vendor management

Negotiation

RFQ development

Supply chain

Food & beverage sourcing

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Qatar Aircraft Catering Company (QACC) is seeking a dynamic Sourcing Manager to drive strategic sourcing for food and non-food categories. You will partner with the Line Manager to identify suppliers, evaluate proposals, and develop RFQs while aligning with QR Group objectives on cost, quality and reliability.

The role requires a bachelor degree with 6+ years experience in airline catering or large food service, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in English (Arabic preferred).