68 Procurement Professionals jobs in Kuwait

About Calo

Calo launched in Bahrain in November of 2019. Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer to create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure all ingredients, packaging, equipment and services are of the highest quality and delivered on time. We’re looking for someone focused on increasing productivity by introducing smart sourcing solutions and agile services to decrease manual work.

The ideal candidate has great analytical skills, leadership skills, food equipment technical skills, and food ingredients technical skills. Also has the ability to identify the most profitable offers, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and prepare reports. They are also well-versed in supply management principles and practices. The goal is to ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels aiming for maximum efficiency by having outstanding service level with optimum cost and optimum inventory level.

• Responsible for capital equipment, services, food ingredients, packaging sourcing and procurement activities within assigned categories/locations.
• Collaborates with the project team to establish requirements and execute the full sourcing process to meet the defined technical scope of projects.
• Develop, lead and execute food and non-food sourcing strategies
• Work closely with the Operations team, Automation team, and Maintenance teams to enable fast execution of assets/equipment procurement decisions.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
• Communicate with stakeholders (Supply chain, engineering, Finance, and kitchen team) to ensure clear requirements and services documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers for Kitchen equipment and services
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand while determining the quantity and timing of deliveries

• Focuses on increasing productivity by introducing smart equipment to decrease manual work
• Must have had a minimum of 3 years of previous proven experience as a purchasing officer or similar position
• Knowledge of the Kuwait inbound logistics cycle (customs clearance, Clearing Agent)
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Ability to gather and analyze data
• Solid judgment along with decision-making skills
• Strong leadership capabilities

On behalf of our client, we are seeking candidates for the Procurement Officer role, who will be responsible for sourcing equipment, goods, and services, and managing vendors. The successful candidate will perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories, search for better deals and find more profitable suppliers, and manage all aspects of the procurement process from requisition to payment. This role requires strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain strategic sourcing plans to identify and select suppliers for goods, services, and equipment, ensuring best value and quality.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers, negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines, and manage supplier performance.
• Oversee the entire procurement cycle, including requisition processing, purchase order generation, delivery tracking, and invoice reconciliation.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, analyze market trends, and evaluate new products and services to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure advantageous terms, pricing, and service level agreements.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and contribute to financial planning.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, contracts, and supplier information. Prepare regular reports on procurement performance, savings, and key metrics.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments (e.g., finance, operations, legal) to understand their procurement needs and ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services.
• Ensure that purchased goods and services meet specified quality standards and requirements.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a procurement, purchasing, or supply chain role, preferably in (mention specific industry if applicable, e.g., manufacturing.
• Excellent working knowledge in both Arabic and English in terms of speaking and writing.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong organizational and time management abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving aptitude.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

About Calo

Calo launched in Bahrain in November of 2019. Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer to create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure all ingredients, packaging, equipment and services are of the highest quality and delivered on time. We’re looking for someone focused on increasing productivity by introducing smart sourcing solutions and agile services to decrease manual work.

The ideal candidate has great analytical skills, leadership skills, food equipment technical skills, food ingredients technical skills. They also have the ability to identify the most profitable offers, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and prepare reports. They are well-versed in supply management principles and practices. The goal is to ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels aiming for maximum efficiency by having outstanding service level with optimum cost and optimum inventory level.

• Responsible for capital equipment, services, food ingredients, packaging sourcing and procurement activities within assigned categories/locations.
• Collaborates with the project team to establish requirements and execute the full sourcing process to meet the defined technical scope of projects.
• Develop, lead and execute food and non-food sourcing strategies
• Work closely with the Operations team, Automation team, and Maintenance teams to enable fast execution of assets/ equipment procurement decisions.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
• Communicate with stakeholders (Supply chain, engineering, Finance, and kitchen team) to ensure clear requirements and services documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers for Kitchen equipment and services
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand while determining the quantity and timing of deliveries

• Focuses on increasing productivity by introducing smart equipment to decrease manual work
• Must have had a minimum of 3 years of previous proven experience as a purchasing officer or similar position
• Knowledge of the Kuwait inbound logistics cycle (customs clearance, Clearing Agent)
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Ability to gather and analyze data
• Solid judgment along with decision-making skills
• Strong leadership capabilities

About Calo

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer to create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure all ingredients, packaging, equipment and services are of the highest quality and delivered on time. We’re looking for someone focused on increasing productivity by introducing smart sourcing solutions and agile services to decrease manual work.

The ideal candidate has great analytical skills, leadership skills, food equipment technical skills, food ingredients technical skills, also has the ability to identify the most profitable offers, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and prepare reports. They are also well-versed in supply management principles and practices. The goal is to ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels aiming for maximum efficiency by having outstanding service level with optimum cost and optimum inventory level.

• Responsible for capital equipment, services, food ingredients, packaging sourcing and procurement activities within assigned categories/locations
• Collaborates with the project team to establish requirements and execute the full sourcing process to meet the defined technical scope of projects
• Develop, lead and execute food and non-food sourcing strategies
• Work closely with the Operations team, Automation team, and Maintenance teams to enable fast execution of assets/ equipment procurement decisions
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
• Communicate with stakeholders (Supply chain, engineering, Finance, and kitchen team) to ensure clear requirements and services documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers for Kitchen equipment and services
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand while determining the quantity and timing of deliveries

• Focuses on increasing productivity by introducing smart equipment to decrease manual work
• Must have had a minimum of 3 years of previous proven experience as a purchasing officer or similar position
• Knowledge of the Kuwait inbound logistics cycle (customs clearance, Clearing Agent)
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Ability to gather and analyze data
• Solid judgment along with decision-making skills
• Strong leadership capabilities

Job Description details have been refined for clarity and formatting.

You will be responsible for handling day to day purchasing activities, as directed by the Assistant Manager Purchase and ensuring that all requests to purchase are processed in an effective and timely manner.

• Process purchase requisitions / orders within purchasing authority;
• Invite, assess, and award/recommend supplier tenders, bids, quotations, and proposals;
• Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions, and maintain supplier relationships;
• Prepare and maintain records, reports and price lists;
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements;
• Assist in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased;
• Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance;
• Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies;
• Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices;
• Assist in resolving any import/export ministry issues;
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management.

• Detail Oriented
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Relationship Building
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical ability to adapt to different client needs and to develop and maintain successful working relationships
• Numeracy skills in order to analyse facts and figures

• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent or similar role
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• BSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Purchasing

• Hospitality, Food and Beverage Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location: Al Asimah, Kuwait

The Procurement Executive is an essential role within the organization, focusing on the efficient procurement of parts to meet sales, inventory, and profitability objectives. This position requires a strategic mindset to maximize return on investment while ensuring customer satisfaction. The Procurement Executive will assist in the daily operations of the parts procurement department, handling both local and overseas procurement. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing market demands while ensuring accurate data management and reporting.

Responsibilities:

1. Control and maintain the parts procurement process to achieve objectives for sales, inventory, and profitability.
2. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the parts procurement department, focusing on local and overseas parts procurement.
3. Add new model parts identification and ensure accurate product information inputs and data encoding.
4. Follow up on parts claims processing, back orders, and conduct lead time analysis to optimize procurement efficiency.
5. Provide product support information to branches, ensuring they have the necessary details for customer inquiries.
6. Manage VOR (Vehicle Off Road) and PNI (Parts Not Installed) processing and maintain accurate records for stock reconciliation.
7. Maintain organized filing systems for all records, invoices, vouchers, and claims to ensure easy access and retrieval.
8. Monitor consumption and demand of parts sales, recommending orders based on historical data and market needs.
9. Input orders into the Titan system, ensuring accurate processing and tracking of order status.
10. Stay updated on industry trends and changes that may impact procurement strategies and operations.

Preferred Candidate:

1. Must hold a university degree in a relevant field.
2. Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
3. Proven experience in parts procurement or supply chain management.
4. Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
5. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
6. Proficient in procurement software, including Titan, and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing market conditions.
9. Knowledge of inventory management principles and practices.
10. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Skills

• Proficiency in procurement software, particularly Titan.
• Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and inventory control.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with market trends and parts identification.
• Effective problem-solving skills and adaptability.

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