Purchasing Officer
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About the Role
Daikan Hospitality Group is looking for a Purchasing Officer to manage procurement for restaurant operations in Dubai. Responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, inventory management, and quality control.
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Responsibilities
- Identify and source reliable suppliers for food ingredients, beverages, kitchen equipment, and restaurant supplies
- Obtain competitive price quotations and negotiate terms and contracts with suppliers
- Place purchase orders based on operational needs and ensure timely delivery
- Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels of perishable and non perishable items
- Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts
- Ensure all purchased items meet quality standards and food safety regulations
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPPs) for the purchasing department
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred
- 3+ years experience as a Purchasing Officer in restaurant or hospitality industry
- Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques
- Strong negotiation skills
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Job Overview
- Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Purchasing Officer is responsible for managing the procurement process of supplies and services necessary for the restaurant's daily operations.
- This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, overseeing inventory management, ensuring quality control, managing budgets, and maintaining supplier relationships to support operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Sourcing and Supplier Management: Identify and source reliable suppliers for food ingredients, beverages, kitchen equipment, and restaurant supplies.
- Research and evaluate potential vendors based on price, quality, reliability, and service.
- Maintain a supplier database and establish preferred supplier agreements where beneficial.
- Purchasing and Negotiation: Obtain competitive price quotations and negotiate terms and contracts with suppliers to ensure cost effective purchasing.
- Place purchase orders based on operational needs and ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and availability of goods to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Evaluate supplier proposals and recommend best options based on quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels of perishable and non perishable items.
- Coordinate with kitchen and front of house teams to forecast demand and adjust purchasing plans accordingly.
- Implement inventory control measures to minimize waste, spoilage, and overstock situations.
- Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure all purchased items meet established quality standards and specifications.
Education/Qualification, Skills, Competencies And Experience
- Bachelor's degree, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
- 3+ years' experience as a Purchasing Officer in the restaurant or hospitality industry.
- Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as inventory and supply chain management.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
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