Procurement Officer Job In Bahrain

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Job Title: Procurement Officer – Foodstuff

Location: Kingdom of Bahrain
Experience: Minimum 3 years
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing and purchasing of foodstuff through both international imports and local suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of food procurement, supplier management, import procedures, pricing, and logistics, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end procurement of foodstuff through international suppliers and local vendors.
Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers based on quality, pricing, availability, and delivery requirements.
Obtain quotations, negotiate prices and payment terms, and ensure competitive purchasing.
Prepare and process purchase orders while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures.
Coordinate international imports, including shipping schedules, documentation, customs clearance, and delivery.
Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, clearing agents, warehouses, and internal departments to ensure timely deliveries.
Monitor market prices, product availability, and trends to identify cost-saving and sourcing opportunities.
Ensure all purchased food products meet required quality, specifications, shelf-life, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and continuously explore new sourcing opportunities.
Follow up on outstanding orders and resolve issues related to shortages, delays, damages, or quality discrepancies.
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, quotations, purchase orders, and import documentation.
Coordinate with the finance and accounts teams regarding invoices, payments, and supplier reconciliations.
Support inventory planning by coordinating procurement according to stock levels and business requirements.
Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable Bahrain regulations and company policies.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of experience in foodstuff procurement, preferably in Bahrain or the GCC.
Proven experience in international food imports and local foodstuff purchasing.
Good knowledge of suppliers, food products, pricing, and market conditions.
Practical knowledge of import documentation, shipping, customs clearance, and logistics.
Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.
Good communication and coordination abilities.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet purchasing deadlines.
Good knowledge of MS Office and procurement/inventory systems.
Valid Bahrain driving license is an advantage.
Knowledge of Bahrain food import regulations and requirements will be preferred.
Good command of English; Arabic is an advantage.
Key Competencies
Supplier sourcing & evaluation
International procurement & imports
Local purchasing
Price negotiation
Cost control
Market analysis
Import & logistics coordination
Inventory planning
Vendor relationship management
Problem-solving and decision-making
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
Professional and growth-oriented working environment.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic food procurement and supply-chain operation.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV with relevant experience in foodstuff procurement and imports. Send your CV to 35046134 (No Whatsapp)

Basic Details

Location : Region: Manama

Qualification :

Posted : Today

Job Type : Full-Time

Company : Bahrain Jobs

Contact Info

Mobile : +973 35046134

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