Procurement Manager

RIKAS Hospitality Group is a Dubai-born collection of award-winning restaurants, cafés, beach clubs, and lifestyle destinations. Renowned for its innovative concepts, exceptional service, and commitment to hospitality excellence, RIKAS creates memorable experiences across some of the region’s most celebrated dining venues. With a growing portfolio and ambitious expansion plans, RIKAS offers exciting career opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals.

Job Description

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management across multiple venues. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely procurement of goods and services while maintaining quality standards, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationships across all venues.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements to achieve the best value for the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and monitor supplier performance.
• Oversee purchasing activities and ensure products and services are delivered on time and according to business requirements.
• Work closely with operational teams to forecast demand, manage stock levels, and support business needs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Monitor procurement spending and support budget management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with operations, culinary, finance, and other departments on projects, new openings, and business initiatives.
• Lead and develop the procurement team, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Carry out any other duties required to support the successful operation of the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of procurement experience, preferably within hospitality, restaurants, hotels, or multi-site operations.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills.
• Experience managing procurement for multiple venues or locations.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.