Procurement Specilisit

Godiva; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chocolate manufacturer in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Procurement Specialist to oversee the procurement process for café operations. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration and 2-4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies while maintaining high quality standards. This position is located in the Makkah region with responsibilities across the region.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of procurement experience in FMCG or food industry.
• Familiarity with local supplier markets in KSA is essential.
• Knowledge of sourcing in the food and beverage industry, particularly perishables.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for café operations and supplies.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and budget controls.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Market trend analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

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Job Title : Procurement Specialist

Location : KSA

Department Supply Chain

Reports to Procurement Regional Manager

POSITION OUTLINE

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for managing the procurement process for our café's operations, ensuring cost-effective sourcing of high-quality ingredients, supplies, and materials while maintaining vendor relationships. This role involves strategic thinking, vendor management, contract negotiation, and ensuring that products meet quality standards.

DIMENSIONS

Key Location : Jeddah Office

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Indirect Procurement

• Source and procure operational supplies such as packaging, uniforms, POS materials, and maintenance items.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for services and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and budget controls.

Food Ingredients Procurement

• Source high-quality food ingredients aligned with Godiva's standards.
• Collaborate with R&D and Quality teams to ensure supplier compliance and product integrity.
• Monitor market trends and pricing to optimize cost and quality.

Store-Level Operational Support

• Coordinate with store managers to understand and fulfill daily operational needs.
• Procure items such as Kitchen Utensils, cleaning supplies, small equipment, display materials, and other essentials.
• Ensure timely delivery and replenishment of store-level consumables.
• Support urgent requests by visiting local markets and suppliers when needed.

Market Operations Support

• Visit suppliers and markets to procure urgent or ad-hoc requirements.
• Maintain flexibility to support retail and corporate teams with last-minute needs.
• Ensure proper documentation and delivery tracking for all purchases.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.
• Prepare procurement reports and support internal and external audits.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2-4 years of procurement experience, preferably in FMCG or food industry.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Familiarity with local and regional supplier markets in KSA.
• Valid KSA driving license and willingness to travel locally.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems
• Knowledge of Food Industry : Familiarity with sourcing in the food & beverage industry, particularly perishables, is a plus.

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