Procurement Coordinator

at  Kitopi

Kitopi is the region’s leading creator and partner for magical food experiences. With a purpose to satisfy the world’s appetite to create joy, Kitopi operates a portfolio of both invested and franchised F&B brands, serving as enablers in the industry by helping brands grow and scale in both the delivery and dine-in spaces.
Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. In July 2021, Kitopi announced its $415 million Series C funding round, led by the world’s largest tech-focused investment fund, the Softbank Group. This investment elevated Kitopi to Unicorn status, making it the fastest Unicorn to emerge from the MENA region.
Kitopi’s growth has been fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS) - an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry and remain the leading food company in the region.
With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. It also operates its Customer Experience Center in Amman, Jordan, its Engineering Hub in Krakow, Poland, and its Robotics Hub in Odense, Denmark.

• Conduct thorough research to identify and qualify potential vendors for various F&B needs (operators, franchises, suppliers, manufacturers).
• Develop and manage Request for Quotations (RFQs) to secure the best possible pricing and terms.
• Monitor and track contract performance to ensure compliance with all agreed-upon terms and conditions.
• Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement strategies.
• Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Possess a strong understanding of UAE CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) items and their regional suppliers (preferred).
• Maintain a basic working knowledge of kitchen equipment specifications.