Food Procurement Associate (Sourcer)

If you are the type of person who feels a personal stake in everything that you work on, has a strong sense of ownership, is an executor, has a love for data, enjoys solving complex problems, has a passion for conquering new markets, knows how to foster strong relationships and build trust, and works for the success of the entire team – then we look forward to meeting you!

Responsibilities.

• Data entry.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Sourcing items (produce, ingredients) in the market at competitive prices.
• Managing vendors before, during and after procurement.
• Carrying out market survey twice a week.

Requirements

• Skills
  • Basic Analytical skills – Excel
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Problem solving Skills
  • Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate effectively
  • General Management Skills (time management, planning, and organisational skills)
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Negotiation
• Experience
  • Food Procurement – battle-tested in food procurement for at least 6 months – 1 year; more than 1 year is a plus!
  • Supply-chain – you know how to identify great vendors and know how to game the market to get best prices
• Personality
  • Puts team outcomes and collaboration before ego
  • Always learning and helping others learn
  • Bias towards action
  • Obsessed with results