Procurement Officer (FOOD & BEVERAGE ONLY)

Experience: Minimum **5** years

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management or a related field required

Job Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.

*****Applications without Food & Beverage experience will be ignored *****

Ø Overseeing and supervising employees and all activities in purchasing department.

Ø Ensure that all purchases meet the company’s standards.

Ø Responsible to estimate and establish budgets of all purchases.

Ø Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery timeline and product ranges.

Ø Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.

Ø Following and enforcing the company's procurement policies and procedures.

Ø Monitor, evaluate and improve supplier’s performance according to the company’s policy and procedures.

Ø Control and monitor expenses against approved budget.

Ø Maintain good relationships with suppliers and renegotiate prices on regular basis.

Ø Payment terms negotiation, optimization and management.

Ø Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.

Ø Develop sourcing strategies.

Ø Positive attitude.

Ø Strong computer skills, Excel, MS office proficiency and ERP.

Ø Have strong negotiation skills and ability to negotiate contracts

Ø Attention to detail, prioritization skills and time management.

Ø Possess strong problem-solving skills.

Ø Good Communication skills both at speaking and writing.

Ø Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Joining - (Candidate under cancellation or visit visa preferred)