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Job description / Role
Supply Chain Manager - Casual Dining - Kuwait
With more than 750 cafs, stores and restaurants the Alshaya Food division offers a range of roles for different hospitality backgrounds. Brands such as The Cheesecake Factory, Starbucks, P.F. Chang's, Pizza Express and Shake Shack provide everything from quick service and casual up to fine dining. We launched many new brands in recent years and have exciting plans for 2015.
The Role:
This role manages all aspects of the supply chain procurement function, maintaining core and bespoke processes for the cost effective procurement of a complex food business assortment. You will manage all international and local vendor relationships, monitor and performance-manage the divisional supply chain metrics, manage purchasing budgets and budgeting ethics and ensure timely and accurate information flow within and outside the business.
You will need to be able to manage the divisional procurement management systems whilst ensuring continuous and transparent feedback to the business. It is vital as well that all procurement development and new supply initiatives are effectively managed. Coaching, developing and mentoring the supply chain team will be another key aspect of your responsibilities.
Requirements
* At least 10 years supply chain management experience
* At least 5 years' procurement management experience
* Experience with Asian, American, European and MENA supply chains (preferred)
* Multi-brand, multi-market, multi-channel management experience
* High SKU count performance management experience
The ideal candidate will be also able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of food distribution & quality assurance, master data management, and category planning methods. They will also possess an outstanding track record of service standards.
About the Company
As a leading international franchise operator, with nearly 90 of the world’s most recognised brands in its portfolio, Alshaya Group brings great shopping, dining, leisure and hospitality experiences to millions of customers across the Middle East & North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Europe and beyond.
Alshaya Group is a dynamic multinational business and family owned enterprise with a consistent record of growth and innovation. For 35 years, Alshaya has been a pioneering force in brand franchising, using its exceptional knowledge and experience to expand at pace.
Our portfolio of well-loved international brands includes Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang’s, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria’s Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn, KidZania and, coming soon, Hampton by Hilton.
From one retail franchise store opened in Kuwait in 1983, Alshaya Group has consistently grown and diversified and today offers customers an unparalleled choice of brands across multiple sectors; Fashion & Footwear, Health & Beauty, Food, Optics, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings, Leisure & Entertainment, and Hotels. A diverse, skilled team of 53,000 people from 120 nationalities support more than 4,000 stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, a growing online business and a commitment to delivering great customer experiences.