Job offer: Procurement Manager


Announced
08/11/20247 days ago
Job Status
Full Time
Job Type
Employee
Expiration Date
08/03/2025 113 days left
Job Category
Management
Reference Number
JN-112024-6583064
Job Title
Procurement Manager
Job Presentation

The client is a dynamic food trading and export company known for its premium, high-quality products with a short shelf life, carefully crafted to meet evolving customer demands and market trends. With a strong commitment to quality assurance and regulatory compliance, they focus on building strategic supplier partnerships, driving innovation, and staying competitive, making it an exciting environment for growth and impactful contributions in the food industry.




  • Pricing and Cost Optimization: Ensure competitive product pricing by negotiating contracts, discounts, and payment terms to protect margins and optimize cash flow.


  • Product and Supplier Strategy: Identify new brands and products, develop category assortment strategies, and explore opportunities for assortment expansion to align with customer preferences and business goals.


  • Procurement Function Leadership: Establish and lead the procurement function, fostering strong supplier relationships, implementing best practices, and aligning procurement efforts with organizational objectives.


  • Item Master and Product Registration Management: Oversee accurate product data entry and updates, ensuring all items are registered with relevant government and food authorities.


  • Market Intelligence and Competitor Analysis: Continuously monitor market trends, competitor actions, and price positioning to maintain a competitive edge and support brand strategy.


  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage ERP and analytical tools to assess product performance, supplier data, and market trends, supporting strategic procurement and category growth decisions



    • Extensive Procurement Expertise: Over 10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, ideally within the food or retail sector, with a strong grasp of short shelf life product dynamics.


    • Strategic and Analytical Mindset: Proficient in ERP systems and data analysis, with the ability to make data-driven decisions that enhance margins, optimize costs, and improve category performance.


    • Strong Negotiation and Relationship-Building Skills: Exceptional in negotiating contracts and building lasting supplier partnerships that align with business goals and secure competitive advantages.


    • Leadership and Initiative: Proven track record in setting up and managing a procurement function, fostering a collaborative environment, and implementing best practices in a fast-paced setting.


    • Market-Savvy and Adaptable: Deep understanding of market trends, competitor positioning, and customer preferences, with the flexibility to adjust strategies and seize new opportunities.




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    Office No.202, Al Fattan Currency House Tower -1, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), PO Box 506702
      +971 4 709 0300

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