Procurement Officer

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Officer to join our Supply Chain team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and evaluating suppliers, obtaining competitive quotations, processing purchase requests, monitoring deliveries, and ensuring the timely procurement of quality products at the best commercial terms.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, identify, and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors.
• Request quotations, compare prices, and analyze commercial offers to achieve the best value.
• Negotiate pricing, supply terms, contracts, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Process approved purchase requests and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure approved purchase orders are sent to the respective suppliers promptly.
• Monitor incoming deliveries to warehouses and branches, verifying the quantity and quality of received goods.
• Follow up with suppliers and buyers to ensure expected delivery dates are regularly updated.
• Review pending purchase orders daily and follow up on any delayed or outstanding deliveries.
• Evaluate stock-on-hand levels to ensure minimum required quantities are maintained.
• Examine and compare products and supplies to confirm that they meet the required quality standards.
• Maintain accurate and updated records of suppliers, quotations, purchase orders, invoices, quantities, and delivery timelines.
• Prepare procurement reports covering orders, costs, deliveries, and supplier performance.
• Analyze potential suppliers for future operational and project requirements.
• Develop purchasing plans in coordination with the Procurement Manager and other team members.
• Work closely with different departments and stakeholders to understand and fulfil their purchasing needs.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive supplier, pricing, and company information.
• Perform other procurement-related duties assigned by management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in procurement or a similar position.
• Experience within the hospitality, restaurant, catering, or F\&B industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of the local supplier market is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using ERP or procurement systems is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Excellent analytical and price-comparison abilities.
• Strong planning, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase requests and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work under pressure.
• Positive attitude and a genuine interest in the hospitality industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.

Location:

• Kuwait (Required)

Work Location: In person