Procurement Assistant
Listed 13 days Ago
Bidfood
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
At Bidfood Queenstown, we are not just about business; we are all about building a community of passionate and dynamic professionals who are detail focused and has a love for all things food. We are looking for someone with a strong hospitality background who understands the environment and who can utilise this knowledge within the procurement setting. Your role will involve working closely with the sales team and our suppliers, understanding the needs of the local industry and ensuring that products are ordered and delivered on time.
What you’ll do:
- Dive into the exciting world of procurement, assisting in sourcing, purchasing, and managing our dry, chilled and frozen goods.
- Be the go-to person for maintaining accurate records and check, check and recheck the inwards goods paperwork.
- Receipting of inward goods.
- Flex your negotiation skills as you work with suppliers to get the best deals without compromising on quality.
- Provide internal communication with all departments regarding inwards and outward stock availability.
- Keep your finger on the pulse of industry trends and market conditions, always staying one step ahead.
- This is a Monday-Friday roster with an 8:30am start.
We’re looking for:
- Background in hospitality or a strong understanding of the food service industry is preferred.
- Previous experience in procurement, supply chain, or food service operations is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- A passion for food and a deep understanding of the needs of the hospitality industry.
