PROCUREMENT MANAGER (GOA BASED ONLY)

YUMA GOA | SIOLIM, NORTH GOA

Yuma is an Amazonian, Latin American and Peruvian-inspired riverfront restaurant and nightlife destination coming to Siolim, Goa.

We’re building our founding team and looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of purchasing, supplier relationships, inventory planning and cost control across our food, beverage and operational requirements.

From sourcing quality ingredients for an ambitious culinary programme to ensuring the bar and restaurant never run short during peak service, we need someone who understands that great hospitality depends on smart purchasing, reliable suppliers and impeccable organisation.

THE ROLE

- Manage end-to-end procurement for the restaurant, bar, kitchen and general operations.
- Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers for food ingredients, fresh produce, seafood, meat, dairy alternatives, beverages, spirits, wines, kitchen supplies and operational materials.
- Identify reliable local and regional vendors while maintaining access to specialised ingredients required for Yuma’s Amazonian, Latin American and Peruvian-inspired menu.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent quality, competitive pricing and timely deliveries.
- Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate commercial terms and secure the best possible value without compromising quality.
- Coordinate closely with the Head Chef, Bar Manager, Restaurant Manager and management team to understand purchasing requirements and forecast demand.
- Maintain procurement schedules based on menu planning, reservations, events, consumption patterns and anticipated business volumes.
- Oversee purchase orders, delivery schedules, goods-received documentation, invoices and supplier payment coordination.
- Verify delivered goods against purchase orders, checking quantity, quality, freshness, specifications and expiry dates.
- Establish and maintain an approved vendor database, price lists, product specifications and procurement records.
- Monitor stock levels, minimum stock requirements, reorder points and inventory movement to prevent shortages and overstocking.




- Coordinate with department heads on regular stock counts and investigate discrepancies between purchases, consumption and available inventory.
- Track food and beverage purchasing costs, price fluctuations, wastage and potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensure proper storage, stock rotation and handling procedures in coordination with the kitchen, bar and stores teams.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement expenditure, supplier performance and outstanding orders.
- Develop purchasing SOPs, approval processes and internal controls to prevent unauthorised purchases and unnecessary expenditure.
- Identify opportunities to consolidate orders, reduce wastage and improve purchasing efficiency.
- Coordinate the procurement of kitchen equipment, crockery, cutlery, glassware, uniforms, cleaning supplies and other operational requirements.
- Support pre-opening procurement, including supplier onboarding, equipment sourcing, initial stock planning and setup requirements.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Proven experience as a Procurement Manager, Purchase Manager or similar role.
- 4–6+ years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs or premium hospitality establishments.
- Strong knowledge of food and beverage procurement, vendor management and inventory control.
- Experience negotiating supplier rates, managing purchase orders and controlling purchasing costs.
- Understanding of food quality standards, product specifications, perishables, shelf life and storage requirements.
- Ability to source both everyday restaurant essentials and specialised ingredients for an international or fusion menu.
- Strong knowledge of local Goa suppliers, wholesale markets and hospitality vendor networks is a significant advantage.
- Familiarity with stock management systems, procurement software, MS Excel or Google Sheets.
- Strong numerical,



analytical, organisational and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple suppliers, urgent requirements and fluctuating operational demands.
- High standards of integrity, transparency and accountability when handling purchases and supplier relationships.
- Someone who takes initiative, anticipates operational needs and can build procurement systems from the ground up.
- Goa-based candidates or candidates willing to relocate to Siolim, North Goa, are preferred.

We want someone who understands the balance between quality, creativity and commercial discipline. Someone who can source exceptional ingredients, build dependable vendor relationships and keep costs under control without compromising what reaches the guest’s table. As part of Yuma’s founding team, you’ll help establish the purchasing systems, supplier network and inventory controls that support our culinary vision from day one.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Duty meals.
- Staff accommodation based on role and availability.
- The prospect to establish procurement systems and supplier networks from the ground up.
- Direct collaboration with the culinary, bar and operations leadership teams.
- An opportunity to grow with an evolving hospitality and nightlife brand.

HOW TO APPLY Send us your updated CV along with your current location, expected salary and earliest joining date.

WhatsApp: +91 99873 33790Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Location: Siolim, North Goa

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Pay: Up to ₹40,000.00 per month

Application Question(s)

- What is your earliest possible joining date, and are you willing to relocate to Siolim, Goa, if you are not currently based here?
- Have you independently managed end-to-end procurement for a restaurant, hotel, bar or club, including vendor sourcing, price negotiations, purchase orders and inventory control? Please briefly describe your experience.
- Do you have an established supplier network in Goa, and what experience do you have procuring food, beverages, seafood, fresh produce and specialised ingredients while controlling costs?

Work Location: In person

📌 Procurement Manager (Siolim)
🏢 Yuma Goa
📍 Siolim