F&B Purchasing
Job responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet the company's procurement needs, including sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely communication and prompt resolution of any issues or disputes that may arise.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements, implement initiatives, and track and report on key procurement performance metrics.
- Conduct market research to source and identify new products and new suppliers.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and availability of food products and ingredients to make informed purchasing decisions and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Optimize inventory levels by implementing effective demand forecasting methods and maintaining accurate records of stock levels, usage, and lead times.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, production, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of procurement activities with other departments.
- Perform good receiving operation, all necessary documentation processing and ERP system input
- Ensure stock inventory is accurate and up to date and generate stock inventory reports for management
- Liaise with Finance for invoicing and payment matters
