# Food Procurement Manager — Keeta

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4459761286-food-procurement-manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 18,000 to 28,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-31
Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/food-procurement-manager-at-keeta-4459761286?_l=en

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## Description

Key Responsibilities

Category Procurement & Sourcing:

• Responsible for the development, evaluation, and negotiation with suppliers for designated food categories (excluding fresh produce and fruits/vegetables), including international brand agency, OEM/ODM collaboration, and local supplier management.

• Deeply explore high-quality food manufacturing resources in China and globally, selecting products tailored to Middle Eastern market tastes (Halal certification, sweetness levels, spice preferences, etc.).

• Formulate and execute procurement strategies to ensure competitive purchasing costs and achieve the company's gross margin targets.

Supply Chain & Compliance Management:

• Ensure all imported food products comply with UAE and GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) food safety standards (e.g., ESMA, SFDA, GSO, etc.).

• Lead the acquisition and maintenance of Halal certification, and handle related customs clearance documents and label reviews.

• Monitor international logistics and customs clearance progress, optimize inventory turnover, and manage strategies for near-expiry and slow-moving products.

Market Insights & Product Selection:

• Analyze food consumption trends in the Middle East market and identify emerging category opportunities (e.g., health foods, functional beverages, Asian specialty condiments, etc.).

• Conduct regular visits to supermarkets (e.g., Carrefour, Lulu, Spinneys), wholesale markets, and trade shows (e.g., Gulfood) for competitor research and price benchmarking.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with operations and marketing teams to develop new product launch plans and promotional strategies.

• Manage the procurement budget, and regularly report on procurement performance and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of procurement experience in the food industry. Background in imported food, cross-border e-commerce, or large-scale retail enterprises is preferred.

• Location: Familiarity with Middle East (GCC) food regulations and consumer habits; local work experience in Dubai or current residency in Dubai is preferred.

• Category: Experience in procuring ambient food categories such as snacks, condiments, beverages, grains, and cooking oils (no involvement with fresh produce or fruits/vegetables).

• Language Skills: Fluent English communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing); proficiency in Arabic or Chinese is a plus.

• Core Skills:Familiar with Incoterms and cross-border logistics processes.

• Possess excellent negotiation skills and cost analysis capabilities.

• Hands-on experience with Halal certification processes and Middle East food labeling regulations.

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## Requirements

Qualifications: Experience: 5+ years of procurement experience in the food industry. Background in imported food, cross-border e-commerce, or large-scale retail enterprises is preferred. Location: Familiarity with Middle East (GCC) food regulations and local work experience in Dubai is preferred. Category: Experience in procuring ambient food categories such as snacks, condiments, beverages, grains, and cooking oils (no involvement with fresh produce or fruits/vegetables). Language Skills: Fluent English communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing); proficiency in Arabic or Chinese is a plus. Core Skills: Familiar with Incoterms and cross-border logistics processes. Possess excellent negotiation skills and cost analysis capabilities. Hands-on experience with Halal certification processes and Middle East food labeling regulations.

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