Procurement Manager (Food & Beverage)

Job Title: Procurement Manager (Food & Beverage Industry)

Job Summary:

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing laboratory equipment, reagents, consumables, and services required for quality control, R&D, and production support within the food and beverage industry. This role ensures cost-effective procurement while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and supplier reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for laboratory equipment, chemicals, testing kits, and consumables.
• Manage procurement cycles including RFQs, price comparison, negotiations, and purchase orders.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to support QC, QA, and R&D operations.

2. Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations and audits in line with industry standards.

3. Cost & Inventory Control

• Optimize procurement costs through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
• Work closely with the inventory and laboratory teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or compliance.

4. Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all purchased items meet regulatory and industry standards (ISO, HACCP, GMP, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of certificates of analysis (COA), MSDS, and other required documents.
• Coordinate with QA teams to ensure product quality and supplier compliance.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with QC, QA, R&D, production, and finance teams to understand procurement needs.
• Support laboratory operations by ensuring availability of validated and approved materials.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting for laboratory procurement.

6. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare procurement reports, cost analyses, and supplier reviews.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with internal procurement policies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of procurement experience, preferably in the food and beverage or laboratory sector.
• Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, reagents, chemicals, and testing processes.
• Knowledge of procurement systems (ERP, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with F&B industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in ISO-certified laboratories or manufacturing facilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time