Regional Procurement Supervisor - Starbucks

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Regional Procurement Supervisor - Starbucks - KSA WP

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brings a feeling of connection. Starbucks coffee houses have become a beacon for coffee lovers everywhere because they know they can count on genuine service, an inviting atmosphere and a superb cup of expertly roasted and richly brewed coffee every time. It's not unusual to see people coming to Starbucks to chat, meet up or even work. Starbucks is a neighborhood gathering place, a part of the daily routine - and we couldn't be happier about it. Get to know us and you'll see: we are so much more than what we brew. Starbucks prides itself on its people, or 'partners' as we call them. We strive to develop each partner to achieve their career goals, whether this is to become a district manager, Coffee Master or work within one of our Head Office functions.

As Regional Procurement Supervisor for Starbucks in KSA, you will maintain internal systems to ensure quality and continuity of standards, including the delivery of internal and external service level agreements. You will be responsible for upholding the ethical standards of the Company, including minimising the environmental, health and safety risks in the workplace, as well as reporting potential risks, real accidents and near misses to relevant managers.

Cooperating in coordination with the operation and category teams, you will create robust product value forecasts to include all promotional uplifts, cannibalisations and trading trends that assist a rolling budgeting process.

Responsibilities include:
* Raise, monitor and receive all purchase orders into the business to agreed KPI's
* Participate in sales planning creation and manage inventory to targets in line with strategic category goals
* Compile research and feedback findings and develop opportunities to benefit the Business
* Create accurate stock item level demand forecasts for all international supply
* Actively manage all inventory holding points to an agreed budget level
* Manage all distribution (with cross border logistics requirements) to the markets and stores ensuring high service levels from supplier to DC to store, to agreed KPI's
* Provide consistent management reports targeting return on investment, turn and exposure
* Manage day-to-day allocation planning and ensure execution of the sales plan where appropriate
* Monitor cost of sales, inventory, forecasts and budget
* Generate accurate merchandise forecasts
* Develop and implement systems and procedures to enhance department contribution to business and overall security of assets and information in compliance with company policy and local law
* Track product availability in time for all sales plans and specifically ensure stock cover is appropriate for planned sales events
* Complete analysis on the assortment inventory policy by stocking unit
* Identify slow moving/surplus inventory and where appropriate propose clearance action to remain within OTB and drive actions to
* Develop internal and external relationships and liaises with key areas to benefit the Business.
* Regularly inform the MENA and EMEA functional teams on forecast, inventory and distribution performance.
* Drive cross functional partnerships with corporate logistics, IT and finance.
* Manage the service level and demand accuracy with the EMEA SCO team.

Requirements

* Minimum 3 year working with a communications environment
* Previous experience of coordinating across MENA markets and performing analyses of the market
* Highly developed PC skills including knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Excel.
* Evidence of working with reports within structured timelines
* Fluency in both written and verbal Arabic and English
* Excellent communication skills.

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.