High Salary : Supply Chain Manager

The Purchase & Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for ensuring uninterrupted supply of raw materials, packaging, consumables, and equipment across all outlets of the restaurant chain. The role combines strategic sourcing, vendor management, inventory planning, and logistics optimization to ensure cost efficiency, product quality, and timely delivery, aligned with the company’s growth and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities1. Procurement & Vendor Management

Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable vendors for food, beverages, packaging, consumables, and equipment.

Negotiate pricing, credit terms, supply agreements, and contracts to achieve cost savings.

Develop alternate vendor sources to reduce supply risks.

Ensure compliance with FSSAI, HACCP, and company food safety standards.

2. Supply Chain & Logistics

Oversee the end-to-end movement of goods : supplier → central warehouse → outlets.

Implement and manage cold chain logistics (for perishables) and dry storage processes.

Coordinate with transporters for timely deliveries, route optimization, and freight cost reduction.

Monitor lead times and minimize stock-outs or excess inventory.

3. Inventory Planning & Control

Forecast demand in coordination with outlet managers and operations team.

Maintain optimal stock levels of raw materials, packaging, and consumables.

Implement FIFO / FEFO systems and track wastage.

Deploy digital tools (ERP / POS integrated inventory modules) for real-time stock visibility.

4. Cost & Budget Management

Monitor and control Purchase-to-Sales (PTS) ratio across outlets.

Benchmark prices and track cost inflation across commodities.

Prepare periodic MIS reports on purchase costs, vendor performance, and consumption trends.

5. Compliance & Documentation

Ensure all vendors maintain GST, PAN, FSSAI, and KYC compliance.

Maintain proper purchase orders, GRNs (Goods Receipt Notes), and invoice documentation.

Conduct periodic audits on procurement, storage, and distribution practices.

6. Team Leadership & Coordination

Lead and train purchase & store teams at central warehouse and outlets.

Collaborate with chefs, outlet managers, finance, and HR for smooth operations.

Escalate supply bottlenecks and propose solutions to management.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong negotiation and vendor relationship skills.

Expertise in food supply chain, cold chain logistics, and procurement.

Proficiency in ERP / POS, MS Excel, and inventory management software.

Analytical mindset with cost-optimization skills.

Leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination.

Qualifications & Experience

Graduate / Postgraduate in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Administration.

3–8 years of experience in procurement & supply chain, preferably in F&B, hospitality, or retail.

Knowledge of FSSAI regulations and food safety standards is mandatory.

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

Cost savings achieved on procurement.

Reduction in stock-outs and wastage.

Vendor performance score (on quality, timeliness, compliance).