Procurement Associate

Kitopi; Jeddah, Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; SAR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food technology company is hiring an Associate - Purchasing to assist in managing procurement processes and ensuring timely delivery of materials. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration, along with experience in procurement, effective communication skills, and proficiency in ERP systems. Join a diverse, inclusive environment that prioritizes creativity and growth.

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities

Customized workshops

Nutritionist access

No Dress Code

Social events

Inclusive private health insurance

Discounts on Kitopi brands

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in F&B, retail, or hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist in raising purchase orders and ensuring accuracy in order details.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm orders and resolve delivery issues.
• Monitor stock availability and reorder levels in coordination with inventory teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Kitopi is a creator of magical food experiences—we discover, create, and curate homegrown brands from the region, for the region.

With a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite to create joy, Kitopi owns and operates a diverse portfolio of over 200+ brands. These brands are either created, discovered, or curated with their customers in mind.

Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. By July 2021, Kitopi achieved Unicorn status, becoming the fastest company in the MENA region to reach this milestone.

Kitopi’s growth has been fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS), an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real-time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry and remain the leading food company in the region.

With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. It also operates its Customer Experience Center in Amman, Jordan, and its Engineering Hub in Krakow, Poland.

As the Associate - Purchasing, you will assist in the purchase of materials and supplies and ensure that the Supply Chain needs of Kitopi are met in a timely and cost-effective manner, participate in Contract Negotiations and manage inventory. You will be responsible for reviewing costs, develop relationships with vendors and suppliers, offer suggestions for where and how much material and supplies to buy.

What You'll Do

• Assist in raising purchase orders and ensuring accuracy in order details including pricing, quantities, and delivery timelines.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm orders, track shipments, and resolve delivery or invoicing issues.
• Coordinate with Finance and Receiving teams to ensure timely processing of invoices and delivery confirmations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records including PO logs, vendor files, and contract documentation.
• Support the Procurement Manager in supplier evaluations, negotiations, and vendor onboarding.
• Monitor stock availability and reorder levels in coordination with inventory and warehouse teams.
• Analyze purchase data and assist in generating regular reports on spend, delivery performance, and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures at all times.
• Identify and escalate any risks or delays in the supply chain.
• Support in tender processes, price comparisons, and market research for new items or suppliers.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in F&B, retail, or hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team player with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Benefits

- Extensive learning opportunities with hard and soft skill training to help you improve and challenge yourself.

- Be involved in customized workshops run by the Kitopi Academy.

- Have the chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment.

- Become part of one of the most caring communities out there.

- Free and unlimited access to a nutritionist.

- No Dress Code! (T&C applies).

- The famous team activities and social events bursting with fun.Inclusive private health insurance.

- Up to 50% discount on Kitopi brands.

- Annual leave as per the company policy.

- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

Additionally, we offer:

- Wellness spaces designed for mothers inclusive for all.

- Monthly well-being programs to nurture your mental and physical health.

- Informative and empowering webinars to support your growth.

- Social Thursdays and Fridays across markets to gather and connect with colleagues.

Recruitment Process and Timeline

First, you apply, and our talent attraction team will review your profile. If your profile matches our requirements, you will receive a link to schedule a meeting with a recruiter at your convenience. This meeting is an opportunity for you to share more about yourself and for us to get to know you better.

If you are shortlisted, you will meet with our hiring managers. Depending on the role and its requirements, you may need to attend 2-3 interview rounds. These rounds could include a case study, role-play, trial assignment, or live coding session, which will be communicated to you in the initial conversation.

Upon successful completion of the interview rounds, your recruiter will contact you to discuss the offer. We aim to complete this process within 2-3 weeks.

So, what does it really mean to work at Kitopi?

We are constantly striving to make Kitopi the best place to work, by empowering you to be the best version of yourself every day. Our company values act as our guiding principles to help ensure that everyone feels safe, included, and like they truly belong.

Kitopi is an equal-opportunity employer. While we currently operate in 6 countries, we are over 70 different nationalities of talented Kitopians. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or someone looking to return to the workforce after a break, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate rich diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures and have a 0-tolerance policy towards racism, bigotry, and hate. Please apply if you see a position that makes your heart skip a beat and help us build a company that we are all proud to work for.

Along with offices in all the markets we operate in, we also believe in a “work from anywhere” policy - you get to choose the environment you operate in because we believe this will help you deliver work you're proud of.

Customer-obsessed and tech-enabled, at Kitopi, we are a team of passionate humans who are on a mission together to satisfy the world’s appetite.