Procurement Officer

Job Title: Procurement Officer – F&B & Hospitality Sector

Location: UAE
Industry: Food & Beverage / Hospitality
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Procurement Officer with strong experience in the Food & Beverage and hospitality industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, food ingredients, beverages, equipment, and operational supplies while ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery.

You will work closely with operations, chefs, finance, and suppliers to support restaurant, café, lounge, and central kitchen requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers for food, beverage, equipment, and services
• Manage end-to-end procurement cycle: RFQ, comparison, approval, PO issuance, delivery follow-up
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and long-term agreements
• Maintain approved supplier list and vendor database
• Coordinate with chefs and operations for product specifications and samples
• Monitor inventory levels and work with storekeepers for stock replenishment
• Ensure compliance with company policies, HACCP, and local regulations
• Prepare purchase reports, cost analysis, and savings tracking
• Manage import/export documentation where required
• Resolve delivery issues, shortages, and supplier disputes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 3 years experience in procurement within F&B or hospitality
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of food ingredients, kitchen equipment, and consumables
• Familiarity with ERP/POS purchasing systems is an advantage
• Strong analytical and cost-control mindset
• Excellent communication and MS Excel skills
• UAE/GCC market experience preferred
• Valid UAE driving license is an advantage

Preferred Background

• Restaurant group, hotel, catering, or central kitchen experience
• Knowledge of import sourcing and international suppliers
• Experience with tenders and bulk purchasing

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Updated CV
• Expected salary
• Availability / notice period

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED6,000.00 per month

Experience:

• F&B Manager: 4 years (Required)