Driven to create unique home-grown food concepts that bring people together, the Independent Food Company is a UAE/KSA-based hospitality company with multiple concepts under its umbrella - SALT, Parker's, Somewhere, Shalwa, Kumo and Public.

We are currently seeking to hire an experienced Procurement Coordinator - UAE National, a pivotal team member responsible for managing vendor relationships and streamlining the supply chain process across our various business units. This role focuses on ensuring cost-effective purchasing, meticulous contract management, and the timely acquisition of goods and services to support our operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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