Masqaţ, Oman
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Managed end-to-end procurement of food, beverages, packaging, and non-food supplies for catering operations. Developed and maintained an approved vendor list ensuring quality, reliability, and competitive pricing. Controlled procurement budgets, reduced waste, and prevented overstocking and shortages. Ensured compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality standards through strict inspection processes. Coordinated closely with chefs, storekeepers, operations, and finance departments. Prepared and maintained purchase orders, contracts, price comparisons, and supplier documentation.
Led procurement of automotive spare parts, tools, and services while negotiating favorable supplier terms. Supervised garage operations, scheduled maintenance activities, and managed technical teams. Controlled inventory levels, purchase orders, billing, and customer service workflows. Ensured timely inspection, documentation, and reconciliation of delivered materials.
Implemented centralized purchasing strategies for multi-branch restaurant operations. Managed warehouse stock, inbound and outbound logistics, and staff supervision. Negotiated supplier contracts, pricing, and delivery schedules. Ensured quality compliance, cost efficiency, and accurate procurement documentation. Trained new staff on procurement systems, SOPs, and inventory controls.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and work of lower-level staff • Calculating future needs in kitchenware and equipment and placing orders, as needed • Monitor compliance with safety and hygiene regulations • Ensure compliance to organizational standards, including safety standards and client or customer communications • Overseeing restaurant staff performance, ensuring quality dining • Monitor and provide feedback to managed staff to effect improvements in organizational goals • Arrange for new employees’ proper onboarding (scheduling trainings and ordering uniforms) • Manage reports and personnel documents, including payroll • Keep detailed records of daily, weekly and monthly costs and revenues • Assist in interviewing applicants and confer with senior-level management on hiring process • Assist managers and other staff with procurement of necessary materials and equipment • Create and deliver sales and financial reports on a predetermined schedule