Purchase Specialist (Cloud Kitchen)

Job Description – Purchase Specialist (Cloud Kitchen)

Location : Bangalore (BLR Region)

Department : Supply Chain Management / Procurement

Reports To : SCM Head / Head of Procurement

Position Overview :

The Purchase Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services required for smooth functioning of cloud kitchens across the region. The role requires prior experience in procurement for cloud kitchens or F&B businesses, with expertise in categories such as Grocery, Vegetables & Fruits, Dairy, Frozen Items, and Housekeeping Supplies. The candidate will play a critical role in ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and timely availability of supplies to support uninterrupted kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Procurement & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors / suppliers across all categories (grocery, vegetables, dairy, frozen, housekeeping).
• Maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring competitive pricing and service quality.
• Negotiate contracts, credit terms, and delivery timelines aligned with company policies.
• Conduct regular market research to benchmark prices and ensure cost competitiveness.

2. Category Management

3. Demand & Inventory Planning

4. Compliance & Quality Control

5. Cost Control & Reporting

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Growth Path :

This role offers growth into Regional Purchase Manager and further into National Category Manager roles based on performance and ability to scale procurement operations.