F&B Supply Chain Manager

A diversified Bahraini group with a portfolio that includes leading F&B and entertainment ventures is seeking a highly skilled F&B Supply Chain Manager. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in F&B procurement, inventory management, logistics, supplier management, and cost control, with the ability to manage an efficient end-to-end supply chain across multiple restaurant brands and locations. This role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain for F&B operations, ensuring efficient procurement, inventory management, logistics, and distribution to support business growth and profitability.

Supply Chain Strategy & Operations

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, demand planning, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution across multiple restaurant brands and locations.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize efficiency, minimize costs, and ensure on-time product delivery.
• Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs to drive continuous improvement and performance measurement.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with local and international suppliers to secure high-quality products, ingredients, and packaging at optimal costs.
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to maximize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure all procured goods comply with Bahrain's health, safety, and food regulations.
• Maintain strong communication and information flow with internal departments and external suppliers.

Inventory & Demand Planning

• Establish collaborative demand plans based on trend analysis, historical data, and sales forecasts.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to prevent stockouts and minimize waste across multiple locations.
• Manage logistics and import processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Conduct regular assessments of aging stock and manage the shelf life of F&B products, providing feedback to sales and operations teams.

Cost Control & Reporting

• Monitor and control supply chain costs, including procurement, logistics, and warehousing expenses.
• Prepare and present regular supply chain performance reports, cost analysis, and strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant regulations, quality standards, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with finance and operations teams to align on budgets, financial objectives, and cost discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven supply chain or procurement experience, preferably within the F&B or hospitality sector.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a supply chain management role within the Food & Beverage industry.
• Strong experience in F&B procurement, inventory management, logistics, supplier management, and cost control.
• Experience managing inventory, logistics, and import processes.
• Strong understanding of the local Bahraini and international F&B supply chain landscape and vendors.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is an advantage.
• Strong supplier negotiation and cost-management skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on cost efficiency and operational excellence.
• Ability to manage an efficient end-to-end supply chain across multiple restaurant brands and locations.