Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Job Title: Manager – Procurement & Supply Chain

Location: Karachi

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing

• Lead and manage the procurement of all local and imported items, including food ingredients, packaging, and non-food materials.
• Ensure procurement aligns with production demand forecasts, inventory levels, and business expansion plans.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans, including long-term supply agreements and contingency strategies.

Import & Export

• Oversee end-to-end import processes, including:
• Vendor coordination
• Freight forwarding
• Customs clearance
• Regulatory documentation
• Letter of Credit (LC), Bank Contract and Incoterms compliance
• Maintain strong relationships with international suppliers, logistics partners, and customs brokers.
• Monitor geopolitical and logistical risks and proactively develop mitigation plans.

Vendor Development & Relationship Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage reliable suppliers both local and international.
• Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews based on delivery, quality, cost, and compliance.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure best value and continuity.

Cost Optimization & Localization

• Drive cost reduction initiatives through:
• Negotiation strategies
• Localization of imported materials
• Dual sourcing strategies
• Perform market benchmarking and spend analysis to improve procurement efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
• Marketing: Procurement for campaigns, promotions, and activations
• R&D & QA: Support NPD/EPD projects, technical sourcing, and compliance with food safety standards
• Production & Planning: Align procurement with production schedules and inventory norms

Inventory & Logistics Coordination

• Ensure accurate demand planning and stock replenishment for commissary operations.
• Monitor inbound shipments (local and imported) and coordinate with logistics for timely deliveries.
• Prevent stockouts, delays, and overstocking through proactive supply planning.

Process Improvement & Risk Management

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement and supply chain processes.
• Ensure adherence to company SOPs, audit requirements, and compliance standards.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies and regulatory changes.

Team Leadership (If Applicable)

• Guide and mentor junior procurement executives.
• Promote a culture of ownership, transparency, and high performance.

Requirements:

• Strong vendor network in the food and packaging industry (domestic and international)
• Experience in supporting NPD / EPD projects
• Familiarity with quality systems (e.g., FSSC 22000, HACCP, ISO)
• MBA Supply Chain
• 5 to 8 years of experience in procurement and supply chain.
• Experience in import/export operations and dealing with customs and government bodies.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of working with SAP & ERP systems.
• Experience in FMCG, QSR, or Food Industry is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Relevant : 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Karachi (Required)

Work Location: In person