Procurement Manager - Poultry

The Direct Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing and executing the procurement strategy for direct materials, ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and other production-related supplies.The role will focus on building strong supplier relationships, ensuring supply continuity, optimizing procurement costs, and maintaining the required quality and food safety standards across FMCG and poultry manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & ProcurementDevelop and implement direct procurement strategies aligned with business and manufacturing requirements.Manage end-to-end sourcing and purchasing activities for raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and production-related supplies.Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, capacity, and compliance.Lead commercial negotiations, tenders, contracts, and pricing agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable purchasing terms.Monitor commodity market trends, supplier pricing, and market dynamics to identify cost optimization opportunities.2. Raw Materials & Poultry ProcurementManage procurement of poultry-related raw materials, including fresh and frozen chicken, chicken cuts, and other poultry products, as applicable.Oversee sourcing of food ingredients, seasonings, marinades, additives, and other materials used in food processing and manufacturing.Ensure the availability of materials in line with production forecasts, demand planning, and inventory requirements.Monitor supplier capacity, product specifications, shelf life, and cold-chain requirements.Ensure suppliers comply with food safety, hygiene, traceability, and relevant regulatory standards.3. Supplier Relationship ManagementEstablish and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.Conduct supplier assessments, performance reviews, and regular business evaluations.Negotiate supply agreements, service levels, payment terms, and delivery schedules.Develop alternative sourcing strategies to minimize supply chain risks and dependency on single suppliers.Address supplier-related issues, including quality deviations, delivery delays, and pricing discrepancies.4. Cost Optimization & Budget ManagementIdentify and implement cost-saving and value-engineering initiatives.Analyze procurement spend, price fluctuations, and total cost of ownership.Monitor procurement budgets and ensure purchasing activities remain within approved financial parameters.Prepare regular procurement reports covering savings, spending, supplier performance, and market developments.5. Cross-functional CollaborationWork closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, R&D, Demand Planning, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.Coordinate material requirements to ensure uninterrupted production operations.Collaborate with Quality teams to ensure all procured materials meet approved specifications and food safety requirements.Support new product development and product launches through sourcing and supplier identification.6. Compliance & Procurement OperationsEnsure adherence to company procurement policies, procedures, and approval processes.Ensure supplier documentation, certifications, and product specifications are maintained.Monitor purchase orders, delivery schedules, and contractual obligations.Ensure compliance with applicable food safety and regulatory requirements, including HACCP, ISO, and relevant local regulations.Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.5–8 years of experience in direct procurement, preferably within FMCG, food manufacturing, poultry, or the food processing industry.Proven experience in sourcing raw materials, food ingredients, packaging materials, and production-related supplies.Experience managing local and international suppliers and handling commercial negotiations.Strong understanding of food manufacturing operations, procurement processes, and supply chain management.Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, supplier quality requirements, and cold-chain logistics is an advantage.Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.