Purchasing & Inventory Officer

Role Overview

As a Purchasing and Inventory Officer at Calo UAE, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes and ensuring efficient warehouse operations. Your role is key to maintaining the quality, cost-efficiency, and timely availability of products and materials. Additionally, you will assist the operations team in ensuring smooth daily functions across the supply chain and production workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement:

• Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers for materials, packaging, and services.
  
• Ensure timely procurement of ingredients and inventory in line with production schedules.
  
• Track and analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliability and consistency.
  
• Stay updated on market trends and price fluctuations, especially in the F&B industry.
  

Warehouse Management:

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, stock control, and storage practices.
  
• Maintain accurate inventory records and minimize stock discrepancies.
  
• Implement best practices in warehouse layout, space optimization, and safety.
  
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, health, and food safety standards.
  
• Monitor expiry dates, batch tracking, and FIFO and FEFO systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
  
• 2 3 years of experience in procurement and warehouse roles, preferably in the food or FMCG sector.
  
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
  
• Proficiency with inventory software and ERP systems.
  
• Familiarity with food safety standards and warehouse compliance.
  
• Ability to work flexibly in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
  
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus