Supply Chain Manager

A. Policy and Procedure Development & Implementation

• Establish and implement effective supply chain management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure the timely and budget-conscious procurement of all items.
• Develop and implement procedures, following best practices for warehouse and inventory management, including regular audits and cycle counts.
• Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement policies for "zero" or "minimum cash transaction" procedures.

• Identify and source new suppliers and vendors, conducting thorough evaluations based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database.
• Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements/ contracts with suppliers and vendors.
• Review contracts to ensure they align with legal requirements and organizational policies, and oversee supplier/vendor adherence to contract terms.
• Monitor and oversee the performance of vendors and suppliers in terms of cost, quality, and delivery, ensuring the prompt and effective resolution of related concerns and issues.
• Manage risks related to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.
• Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors.
• Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.
• Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.
• Initiate and develop R&D functions within the purchasing department.
• Drive continuous improvement of purchasing processes aligned with organizational needs and market conditions.
• Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders, reviewing them for authorization and compliance with organizational policies.

• Oversee warehouse operations to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of goods.
• Implement best practices for inventory management to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Supervise warehouse staff, providing leadership, guidance, and training as needed.
• Continuously improve warehouse processes for increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

• Coordinate and optimize transportation and distribution activities to meet operational requirements.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor the performance of logistics partners and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between procurement, warehouse, and logistics functions.

• Develop and manage department budgets and forecasts.
• Produce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs, and delivery performance, inventory status report, etc.
• Evaluate the performance of staff, provide development opportunities, and motivate the purchasing/supply chain team.
• Fulfill any additional requirements imposed by the organization to improve functions, processes, and procedures.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's Degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Supply Chain or Procurement Manager role (within the Food Products, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, F&B, Hypermarket, or Hospitality industry.)
• Strong understanding of procurement, warehousing, inventory management, and logistics operations.
• Proven experience managing food products and supply chain operations.
• Excellent supplier negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience with demand forecasting and supply planning.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and quality management systems.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of Restaurants market trends.