Job Description

Position: Procurement Manager

Position Overview

Blaura is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented

Procurement Manager

to manage end-to-end purchasing operations across our cafe, kitchen, events, and wellness business. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in restaurants, cafes, or food-related businesses and strong market knowledge of suppliers for food items, beverages, consumables, shampoos, and event-related materials.

This role is critical in ensuring daily availability of quality products, cost efficiency, and accurate inventory control while supporting Blaura's brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

Identify, source, and manage reliable vendors for food ingredients, beverages, cafe supplies, shampoos, cleaning products, and event-related items. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules. Stay updated on market trends, quality standards, and alternative sourcing options.

Daily Ordering & Inventory Control

Handle daily ordering based on consumption, par levels, and event requirements. Receive goods, verify quality and quantity, and complete GRN (Goods Received Note) accurately. Monitor stock levels to avoid shortages, overstocking, and wastage.

Costing & Budget Control

Prepare and maintain

recipe costing

and menu costing in coordination with the kitchen and cafe team. Track food cost, beverage cost, and consumables cost to meet budget targets. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Systems & Reporting

Manage procurement, inventory, GRN, and vendor records using ERP software (experience with

Odoo

preferred). Generate procurement, consumption, and cost reports for management review. Ensure documentation and records are accurate and audit-ready.

Coordination & Compliance

Coordinate closely with kitchen, cafe, events, and operations teams for planned requirements. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and company procurement policies. Support procurement needs for special events, activations, and promotions.
Requirements & Qualifications

Proven experience as a

Procurement Manager / Purchase Executive

in a restaurant, cafe, catering, or food business. Strong knowledge of sourcing food items, beverages, consumables, shampoos, and event supplies. Hands-on experience in

daily ordering, receiving, and GRN

processes. Experience in

recipe costing and food cost control

. Proficiency in ERP systems;

Odoo experience is a strong advantage

. Good negotiation, vendor management, and organizational skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, operational environment. Attention to detail and strong reporting skills.
Preferred Profile

Hospitality or food & beverage background. Experience supporting multi-outlet or event-based operations. Immediate availability preferred- Female Only
Job Type: Full-time