Procurement Manager

Industry: F&B, Retail 

The Procurement Manager oversees all procurement activities to ensure the sourcing of costeffective, high-quality goods and services. This role develops supplier strategy, negotiates contracts, ensures compliance with procurement standards, and collaborates with other departments to support operational needs and optimize costs.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement & Sourcing:

• Define and implement procurement strategy in alignment with business needs.
  Identify reliable suppliers and evaluate based on quality, cost, delivery, and compliance.
• Analyze market trends to anticipate supply risks and opportunities.

Supplier Management & Contract Negotiation:

• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with key suppliers.
  Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing structures.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews.

Procurement Operations:

• Supervise the purchase requisition and approval process.
• Ensure timely and accurate procurement and delivery of goods.
• Manage procurement budgets and optimize cost-saving opportunities

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulations.
• Mitigate procurement risks by maintaining ethical and transparent practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Retail Manager, preferably in a bookstore, café, or lifestyle retail setting.
• Minimum 8 yrs and above with at least 1500 sqm flooring retail experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act): Implementing continuous improvement processes for business operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Passion for books, literature, and café culture.
• Financial acumen with experience in managing budgets, sales targets, and inventory.
• Proficiency in POS systems, inventory software, and basic Microsoft Office tools.