Supply Chain Executive

Job description / Role

Essential Duties:
• Close monitoring of Open orders / Pending order.
• Coordination with all outlets to ensure timely deliveries.
• Ensure product availability at any given time, Regular updates from suppliers to maintain safety on hand stocks.
• Responsible for new vendors onboard to avoid dependency for key items.
• Market analysis to keep up-to-date info on pricing and regular negotiation with suppliers to achieve KPI and cost-effective initiative.
• Identify direct sources/authorized distributors for high consumption products for better value margin adding up for savings tasks.
• Coordination with Drivers on daily routines, support stakeholder for business requirements and allot drivers accordingly.
• Maintain call-log, Attendance, and performance record of drivers.
• Ensure timely payments to supplier, close follow-up with internal accounts team to avoid any payment delays.
• Weekly meeting with the key suppliers to maintain good relationship and keep updated on the new listings/existing products with competitive pricing.
• Keep track record of Supplier performance on HIT/Miss deliveries, Quality, discrepancies, professional communication etc., to give regular feedback on supplier performance.
• Find out alternates suppliers & arrange necessary samples for approvals.
• Negotiate for standard payment terms, convert & agree regular Cash/Advance to credit.
• Manage warehouse inventory as per the requirement, closely monitor of non-moving near expiry products check for possible return to suppliers for any excess stocks.
• Ensure timely Internal transfer orders from all outlets are met.
• Strong communications skill with logistics provider, vendors and cross functional departments like Finance, Cost Controller, HR, Chefs, Respective outlet in charges etc.

Salary:
AED 7,000 to 9,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Proven experience 5-6 years in supply chain management, Logistics, purchase, and warehousing, preferably from the FMCG, E-Commerce, Hotel Management field.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, procurement, inventory management and logistics.
• Familiarity with supply chain software and tools is desirable (e.g., Oracle R-12, SAP, Dynamics 365, ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify inefficiencies and develop effective solutions.
• Outstanding communications and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills to build and maintain beneficial supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and the capacity to motivate and lead a team.
• Understanding of global supply chain practices and international trade regulation is advantages.

About the Company

Joud Coffee is a specialty coffee in the heart of Abu Dhabi. We are passionate about offering Abu Dhabi’s most authentic coffee experience with the finest selection of specialty locally-roasted coffee.

Our new full-service menu features the best in comfort foods and classic dishes with modern flare that are sure to keep you coming back time and again. Our chefs have created a culinary experience that rivals any, with inspiration taken from all across the globe.

We have created a fun and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere to catch up with friends, get some work done, or simply enjoy our rich-flavoured coffee as an escape from the day. Come and be greeted with a smile, and experience all that Joud Coffee has to offer.