Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under it’s umbrella – SALT, Switch, Parker’s, Somewhere and Public.
We are looking for buyers with experience in Food/Drink, specifically from restaurant industry to join our Supply Chain team. Some of the key responsibilities would be as follows;
- Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices
- Conducting research to identify and evaluate new products, suppliers and market trends
- Collaborating with project teams to understand project specifications and requirements
- Preparing and managing procurement schedules, tracking deliveries and ensuring quality control
- Managing budgets and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures
- Resolving any issues or conflicts related to purchasing and delivery
- Developing and implementing purchasing strategies to minimize costs and maximize value
- Maintaining accurate records of all procurement activities and transactions
To be considered for this role, you will possess at least 3 years' of relevant experience.