Job Summary:
Responsible for managing a coordinated plan on forecasting, ordering from both international and local, keeping constant check on stock levels, and imposing an efficient logistical movement of products/supplies to meet business needs and budget. Further ensures that the company secures the best deals for products and services in line with its procurement strategy.
Job Responsibilities:
· Carries-out market analysis to get the best purchasing deals which involves acquiring goods and services at favourable prices by comparing quotes of goods from different suppliers, analysing sales patterns and inventory levels of existing stock, and staying up-to-date on market changes that can affect the supply and prices of goods
· Evaluates prospective suppliers to ensure delivery of goods and services in the agreed quantities, in a timely manner, while observing quality measures. Overseas demand planning and forecasting with international suppliers. Responsible for local supplier ordering
· Management and recommendation of local and international suppliers, internal and 3rd Party Warehouses
· Prepares and processes purchase orders in accordance with the company policies and procedures
· Maintains and reviews all record of purchased goods, including costs, deliveries and inventories. This includes maintaining updated data and information about suppliers, products and prices
· Coordinates and ensures all activities in the procurement area are organized and effectively meeting business needs. This includes holding regular communication with 3PL Warehouse staff and suppliers to discuss and resolve any issues in procurement and logistic handling for all products sourced out either locally or internationally
· Manages fresh food packaging material from sourcing to delivery to current fresh food supplier
· Liaises between suppliers, relevant internal departments and customers. Thus, centrally negotiates with all major supplier agreements including equipment, merchandise displays, disposables, and marketing accessories
· Manages inventory tracking and KPIs like expiry, freight as percentage of order value, etc.
· Manages RTE and RTD sourcing and recommend pricing and planograming
· Provides periodic reports relevant to procurement, logistics and inventory, as needed
· Warehouse management being handled by 3PL provider inside Alghanim Industries
· Supports Product Development Team in dealing with suppliers, maintaining Approved Product Listings, and contract negotiation
· Supports in setting control procedures for Costa in view of establishing standards and alignment to Alghanim policies
Skills
Candidate Requirements:· 3+ Years’ experience in a relevant procurement or supply chain function · Good level of commercial awareness and relevant experience in controlling project budgets· Good level of familiarity and understanding on current food legislation, health and safety regulations within the country. Preferably with knowledge on product import process and issues· PC skills – Office Applications; Extensive use of relevant Purchasing systems· Excellent Negotiation and Networking Skills· Language: Required: English, Desirable: Arabic · Communication and Interpersonal skills – both verbal and written with the ability to communicate at all levels in the organization; an excellent team player· Analytical and Numerical skills – ability to understand and analyse financial figures and statistics to provide reports and recommendations· Decision Making and Being Thorough – use of information gathered to make valued recommendations· Effective reporting and presentation skillsEducation:· University Degree
Job Details
Job Location
Al Fahahil, Kuwait
Company Industry
Food & Beverage Production
Company Type
Employer (Private Sector)
Job Role
Purchasing and Procurement
Employment Type
Full Time Employee
Monthly Salary Range
Unspecified
Number of Vacancies
Unspecified
Preferred Candidate
Career Level
Mid Career
Years of Experience
Max: 3
Residence Location
Kuwait
Degree
Bachelor’s degree / higher diploma