Food Procurement Officer

Description:

We Are Looking for Food Stuff Procurement Officer for our food stuff company with minimum experience of 2- 5 year in UAE, Will be Responsible for the purchasing, receiving, quality, storage, and utilization of food supplies / products on behalf of our company, In addition, they perform inventory control duties and lead invoicing / financial reporting.

lRESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies
• Tracking and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
• Crafting negotiation strategies and closing deals with optimal terms.
• Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.
• Search for new products
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors, suppliers.
• Develop and maintain a food management database to keep accurate records of inventory and purchases.
• Analyze market and delivery systems
• Order products and supplies which includes determining the appropriate vendor (comparing price and quality standards) and entering purchases into the food management database.
• Source and recommend new vendors.
• Ensure all the items are in stock at the appropriate time.
• Receive, verify accuracy and quality of orders before confirming receipt and contacting suppliers of incomplete deliveries and follow up to verify / confirm future delivery expectations.
• Ensure food is properly stored and maintained including proper stock rotation (FIFO) in fridges, freezers, etc.
• Perform inventory counts on a regular basis, inputting inventory counts into the food management database and works with accounting to reconcile counts.
• Use food inventory management database to track the items ordered, amounts used, and costs.
• Code invoices, forward to finance for processing of vendor payment and reconcile invoices weekly and/or monthly.
• Coordinate the delivery and ensure receipt of products and supplies.
• Assist with and/or coordinate the preparation and storage of the ordered items future use.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Proven working experience as Purchasing Manager, Agent or Officer
2. Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
3. Good experience with shipping and clearing .
4. Bachelor's degree in procurement, business, finance, or related field
5. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
6. Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets