Dear Jobseeker!!

We are looking for Dy. Manager - Procurement F&B;

Duties & Responsibilities

- Job Summary
- We are looking for a dynamic Purchase Executive with 7 to 10 years of experience in the Food & Beverage (F&B;) or Retail industry. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end procurement activities, vendor management, sourcing, and cost optimization while ensuring timely availability of materials and compliance with quality standards.
- Key Responsibilities

· Lead the team and Source and procure food, beverage, retail, packaging, consumables, and non-food items from approved vendors. · Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to obtain the best quality, pricing, and commercial terms.

· Raise Purchase Orders (POs) after vendor finalization and obtain internal approvals.

· Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials to support business operations.

· Manage Just-in-Time (JIT) procurement for perishable and fast-moving products.

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and monitor vendor performance.

· Conduct market research to identify current suppliers, products, and cost-saving opportunities.

· Negotiate annual contracts and ensure timely renewal of vendor agreements.

· Coordinate with Operations, Stores, Finance, and other departments to understand procurement requirements.

· Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to avoid stock shortages or excess inventory.

· Analyze procurement data, pricing trends, and supplier performance to improve procurement efficiency.

· Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and quality standards.





· Perform risk assessment for supply contracts and develop contingency plans for critical items.

· Control procurement spend and contribute to long-term cost savings initiatives.

- Required Skills

· Experience in procurement within the F&B; or Retail industry is mandatory. · Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.

· Good knowledge of food ingredients, beverages, retail merchandise, packaging materials, and consumables.

· Understanding of inventory management and procurement planning.

· Excellent communication, coordination, and analytical skills.

· Proficiency in MS Excel and Microsoft Office.

· Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho, or similar) is an added advantage.

- Qualification

· Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Hotel Management, or a related discipline. · 8 - 10 years of relevant experience in F&B; or Retail Procurement/Purchase.
- Preferred Candidate Profile

· Experience in restaurants, cafs, QSRs, food chains, supermarkets, retail chains, cloud kitchens, FMCG, or hospitality procurement. · Ability to manage multiple vendors and procure both food and non-food categories.

· Strong commercial acumen with a focus on quality, cost optimization, and timely deliveries.

- Role: Purchase Executive / Officer
- Industry Type: Travel & Tourism
- Department: Procurement & Supply Chain
- Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
- Role Category: Procurement & Purchase
- Education
- UG: Any Graduate
- Key Skills
- ProcurementPurchase Operations
- New Vendor Development,Negotiation,Purchase,Purchase Planning,Material Procurement,Vendor Development,Purchase Process,Sourcing

Pay: ₹650,000.00 - ₹850,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Deputy Manager - Procurement (F&B & Retail Industry) (Kochi)
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