Purchasing Supervisor

The Purchasing Supervisor plays a vital role in managing the essential link between restaurant management, suppliers, and operational teams. This position is responsible for ensuring the timely provision of high-quality food and non-food items at competitive prices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Team Oversight: Managing and monitoring the work of purchasing representatives and ensuring compliance with standard procedures.
• Order and Inventory Management: Continuous coordination with the storekeeper and restaurant manager to identify shortages and prevent any stoppage in the kitchen.
• Supplier Negotiation: Seeking the best suppliers, comparing prices and quality, and securing favorable payment and delivery terms.
• Quality Control and Delivery Monitoring: Ensuring the timely arrival of goods, verifying compliance with health standards and agreed specifications, and resolving any issues or delays promptly.
• Report Preparation: Submitting regular reports to restaurant management covering the performance of the purchasing team, price movements, and any complaints regarding suppliers.

Skills

• Supplier Management: Ability to build a strong network of food and beverage suppliers (produce, meats, packaging, and labeling) and quickly find alternatives in case of market shortages.
• Food Safety and Quality Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of quality standards and food safety, as well as appropriate storage and handling conditions to prevent waste.
• Inventory and Cost Management: Skill in calculating food costs and forecasting needs based on volume to prevent overstocking or shortages.
• Proficiency in ERP Systems: Ability to work with popular purchasing and inventory management software in restaurants (such as Foodics, SAP, Oracle, or point-of-sale management systems).