Job Description
Our Client: is a leading UAE-based food manufacturing company specializing in dairy and value-added food products.
Your Role: The Procurement Manager will lead strategic sourcing and purchasing for raw materials, dairy ingredients, and packaging materials. The role ensures supply continuity, cost optimization, and supplier performance within a dynamic, high-volume production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with production and business objectives.
- Source and negotiate with local and international suppliers for dairy ingredients, additives, and packaging.
- Manage supplier relationships and evaluate vendor performance on quality, delivery, and pricing.
- Forecast material requirements in coordination with production and planning teams.
- Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards
- Optimize procurement processes to reduce cost and improve lead times.
- Manage imports, customs clearance, and logistics in accordance with UAE regulations.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation and ensure contract compliance.
- Support new product development with sourcing for packaging and ingredients.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business (Master’s preferred).
- 8–10 years of procurement experience in dairy or food manufacturing sectors.
- Strong knowledge of dairy ingredients, packaging materials, and international sourcing.
- Experience handling import/export and logistics for perishable goods.
- Excellent negotiation, cost management, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools.
Next Steps: Upload your resume via our ATS platform and ensure all form details are complete. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5-7 working days for a more detailed discussion about the role. Please note, due to high application volumes, we will only respond to shortlisted profiles.