Purchasing Officer (F&B)

Urgently hiring

Job Description: Purchasing Officer (Admin / Logistics / QSR Procurement)

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and versatile Purchasing Officer to manage our end-to-end procurement, logistics, and related administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have direct experience in Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) procurement—specifically with Global and regional standards, supply chain, and approved vendors—combined with a strong background in inventory logistics and office administration. You will ensure the timely, cost-effective acquisition of food products, packaging, and store equipment while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) / Procurement

 Franchise Supply Chain: Source and procure food items, ingredients, packaging, and

uniforms in strict compliance with Global/Regional brand standards.

 Vendor Management: Maintain relationships with Burger King-approved distributors

and local suppliers; negotiate pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules.

 Quality & Compliance: Ensure all procured food products meet strict food safety,

quality assurance, and local regulatory standards.

 Equipment Sourcing: Coordinate the procurement of kitchen equipment, spare parts,

and restaurant POS/IT supplies as required.

2. Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

 Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels across locations to prevent stockouts of

critical ingredients or overstocking of perishable items.

 Shipment Tracking: Coordinate international and local freight, clear customs (if

applicable), and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery to the central warehouse or

directly to restaurants.

 Cold Chain Management: Oversee logistics providers to guarantee that the

temperature-controlled supply chain (frozen/chilled goods) remains uncompromised.

 Discrepancy Resolution: Handle claims regarding damaged goods, short-shipments, or

delivery delays with suppliers and logistics partners.

3. Administrative & Financial Control

 Documentation: Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs), delivery notes, invoices,

and maintain meticulous digital and physical procurement files.

 Cost Analysis: Track food cost variances, analyze market trends, and report on

procurement savings and budget allocations.

 Inter-departmental Liaison: Work closely with the Finance team for timely supplier

payments and coordinate with Store Managers to understand weekly consumption

patterns.

 General Admin Support: Assist with administrative tasks related to vendor onboarding,

contracts, and compliance certifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manama: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person