A.\tPolicy and Procedure Development & Implementation:\r\n\r\n1.\tEstablish and implement effective supply chain management policies, procedures, and best practices.\r\n2.\tDevelop and implement procedures to ensure the timely and budget-conscious procurement of all items.\r\n3.\tDevelop and implement procedures, following best practices for warehouse and inventory management, including regular audits and cycle counts.\r\n4.\tMonitor and ensure ongoing compliance with departmental policies and procedures.\r\n5.\tDevelop and implement policies for \"zero\" or \"minimum cash transaction\" procedures.\r\n\r\nB.\tProcurement Management:\r\n\r\n1.\tIdentify and source new suppliers and vendors, conducting thorough evaluations based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability.\r\n2.\tDevelop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.\r\n3.\tEstablish and update an approved vendor\/supplier database.\r\n4.\tDevelop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements\/ contracts with suppliers and vendors.\r\n5.\tReview contracts to ensure they align with legal requirements and organizational policies, and oversee supplier\/vendor adherence to contract terms.\r\n6.\tMonitor 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.\r\n7.\tManage risks related to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.\r\n8.\tIntroduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors.\r\n9.\tOversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.\r\n10.\tMonitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.\r\n11.\tInitiate and develop R&D functions within the purchasing department.\r\n12.\tDrive continuous improvement of purchasing processes aligned with organizational needs and market conditions.\r\n13.\tFacilitate timely placement of purchase orders, reviewing them for authorization and compliance with organizational policies.\r\n\r\nC.\tWarehouse and Inventory Management\r\n\r\n1.\tOversee warehouse operations to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of goods.\r\n2.\tImplement best practices for inventory management to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.\r\n3.\tSupervise warehouse staff, providing leadership, guidance, and training as needed.\r\n4.\tContinuously improve warehouse processes for increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness.\r\n\r\nD.\tLogistics Management:\r\n\r\n1.\tCoordinate and optimize transportation and distribution activities to meet operational requirements.\r\n2.\tNegotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics providers.\r\n3.\tMonitor the performance of logistics partners and implement continuous improvement initiatives.\r\n4.\tCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between procurement, warehouse, and logistics functions.\r\n\r\nE.\tOther Duties\r\n\r\n1.\tDevelop and manage department budgets and forecasts.\r\n2.\tProduce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs, and delivery performance, inventory status report, etc.\r\n3.\tEvaluate the performance of staff, provide development opportunities, and motivate the purchasing\/supply chain team.\r\n4.\tFulfill any additional requirements imposed by the organization to improve functions, processes, and procedures.<\/p>

Qualifications & Experience\r\n\r\n1. Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.\r\n2. Master's Degree is an advantage.\r\n3. 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.)\r\n4. Strong understanding of procurement, warehousing, inventory management, and logistics operations.\r\n5. Proven experience managing food products and supply chain operations.\r\n6. Excellent supplier negotiation and vendor management skills.\r\n7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.\r\n8. Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.\r\n9. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.\r\n\r\nPreferred Skills\r\n\r\n1. Experience with demand forecasting and supply planning.\r\n2. Knowledge of food safety standards and quality management systems.\r\n3. Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects.\r\n4. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of Restaurants market trends.<\/p>