Assistant Purchasing Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and sourcing of food, beverages, packaging, equipment, and operational supplies.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and contracts, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Process purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
• Manage supplier onboarding, performance, compliance, and contract administration.
• Support tender exercises, strategic sourcing, and franchise brand purchasing requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Marketing, Logistics, and other stakeholders to ensure supply continuity.
• Monitor inventory, conduct cost reviews, and maintain accurate procurement and supplier master data.
• Prepare procurement reports, support audits, and participate in regional and group procurement projects.
• Reporting & Regional/Group Purchasing Projects
• Responsible for providing accurate and timely submission of month end reports including MIPI, 12PPP, Inflation.
• Responsible for accurate and timely Sustainability data entry as per due date (half year, full year, and as requested).
• Responsible for other projects required by Group, APAC, Regional, Country level i.e. Business Continuity, internal audits, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Commercial.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in the F&B, hospitality, retail, or FMCG industry.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, demand planning, inventory control, and cost management.
• Familiarity with food safety, Halal, and regulatory requirements is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment or CHECK related systems.