The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain for a fast-paced QSR operation. This role ensures the consistent availability of high-quality food, packaging, and operational supplies across all restaurant locations.
Client Details
Fast growing brand in the QSR/Hospitality Industry.
Description
End-to-End Supply Chain Management
- Manage the full supply chain lifecycle-from demand forecasting and procurement to inventory control, logistics, and store replenishment.
- Develop supply chain strategies that support speed, cost efficiency, and product consistency across all QSR outlets.
- Ensure uninterrupted supply of core food items, packaging, cleaning materials, and restaurant equipment.
- Monitor sales trends, usage patterns, and operational needs to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent stock-outs.
Distributor & Supplier Management
- Lead relationships with food distributors, logistics partners, ingredient suppliers, and packaging vendors.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations to ensure compliance with delivery accuracy, cost targets, food safety, and service standards.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service-level agreements to optimize cost and reliability.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers to improve supply chain resilience and introduce innovation.
Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Implement standardized supply chain processes across all restaurant locations to drive efficiency and consistency.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, cold-chain management, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with Restaurant Operations, Culinary/QA, Finance, and Marketing to support new product launches and operational initiatives.
- Lead or support crisis management plans (e.g., product shortages, recalls, or sudden demand spikes).
Continuous Improvement & Reporting
- Track and report on KPIs such as fill rate, forecast accuracy, waste reduction, cost savings, and supplier reliability.
- Use data analytics to improve planning, reduce waste, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
- Identify and execute continuous improvement projects to reduce costs and streamline operations.
Profile
A successful Supply Chain Manager should have:
- +5 years' Supply Chain Management experience in the hospitality industry, preferably in Quick Service Restaurants or high-volume Food & Beverages operations.
- Proven experience managing end-to-end supply chains in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.
- Strong experience managing distributors, suppliers, and key external stakeholders.
- Excellent understanding of food procurement, cold chain logistics, inventory systems, and QSR operational standards.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Proficient in supply chain management systems and data analytics tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (preferred).
Job Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from 60,000 to 70,000 per annum.
- Additional bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits.
- Permanent position offering stability and career growth.
- Hybrid Working Setup.
If you are a motivated and experienced Supply Chain Manager, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation. Apply today to take the next step in your career.
