About Calo
Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We're a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.
Role Overview
We are looking for a talented, organized Supply Chain coordinator to oversee the overall procurement process, from contacting vendors to building strong vendor relationships.
Main Responsibilities
1. Oversee the procurement process, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of food ingredients and packaging Items
2. Collaborate with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and maintain strong supplier relationships.
3. Execute procurement strategies to meet quality standards and optimize costs.
4. Monitor and analyze market trends to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
5. Manage customs clearance procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations.
6. Coordinate sea and air freight activities by optimizing routes and minimizing transit times.
7. Collaborate with logistics partners to track shipments and address any delays or issues.
8. Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained.
9. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory, procurement, and logistics activities.
Qualifications
10. Proven experience in procurement (food industry is a plus)
11. Strong understanding of inbound logistics processes, including customs clearance, sea and air freight.
12. Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets to manipulate and analyze large data sets.
13. Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
14. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
15. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
16. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
17. Bachelor's degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field
18. Must be currently based in Bahrain