Supply Chain Manager

Sky Restaurants

Role Summary

The Supply Chain Manager will be the founding leader of the Supply Chain department in Egypt. This highly strategic and hands-on role is responsible for establishing the entire supply chain infrastructure from the ground up, with a paramount focus on local procurement and purchasing of all raw materials, packaging, and equipment. The immediate and main milestone will be securing the supply base to successfully launch the brand's first locations on time and to global brand standards, followed by meticulous operational control.

Key Responsibilities & Milestones

Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management (Launch Priority)

• Supplier Sourcing & Vetting: Identify, evaluate, and qualify reliable local Egyptian suppliers for all core ingredients (fresh produce, coffee, dairy alternatives, etc.), consumables, and operating supplies in line with Joe & The Juice global standards.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, payment schedules, and supply agreements, securing cost-efficiency, quality assurance, and supply continuity in the local market.
• Quality & Compliance: Work closely with the global Joe & The Juice quality team to ensure all locally sourced products meet the stringent international quality and food safety standards.
• Import/Export: Manage the necessary import processes for any specialized or proprietary items that cannot be sourced locally, ensuring compliance with Egyptian customs and regulatory requirements.

Operational Management & Inventory Control (Daily Focus)

• Inventory Ideals & Flow: Continuously monitor and update inventory ideals (par levels) for all bar managers. Ensure the correct flow of goods to bars, preventing stockouts while strictly minimizing excess stock and inventory holding costs.
• Logistics Network: Design and implement the optimal inbound logistics, warehousing, and distribution network, specifically managing the cold chain for fresh ingredients.
• Warehouse Oversight: Select and oversee third-party logistics (3PL) providers or manage internal warehousing, focusing on stock accuracy, efficient material handling, and minimizing spoilage.
• Demand Forecasting: Collaborate with Operations and Finance to develop accurate demand forecasts based on the brand s scaling plan and promotional activities to guide purchasing volumes.

Financial Control, Waste Management, and Back-End Systems

• Waste Monitoring & Control: Act as the national responsible party for monitoring and aggressively minimizing operational waste. Generate and analyze weekly Waste and "Grey Area" reports.
• Bar Manager Guidance: Address bar managers with waste problems, providing the right guidance and tools to maintain healthy waste control, a crucial purchasing KPI.
• Invoice Validation (Admin/Back-End): Own the daily process of validating supplier invoices against received goods, purchase orders, and reported orders. Report all discrepancies to the supplier and the HQ Supply Chain team immediately to ensure correct invoicing.
• System Alignment: Ensure the back-end inventory systems (ERP/WMS) are constantly up to date with correct product codes and prices so that all inventory counts, supplier orders, and financial audits can be easily and accurately validated.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, with a significant, demonstrable track record in Procurement and Purchasing within the FMCG, Food & Beverage (QSR preferred), or Retail sector in Egypt.
• Launch Experience (Highly Desirable): Proven experience setting up a supply chain/procurement function from scratch for a new market entry or international brand launch.
• Local Market Expertise: Deep understanding of the Egyptian supplier landscape, import/export regulations, cold chain logistics, and local food safety laws.
• Technical Skills (Must Have): Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Expertise in ERP Software and inventory systems.
• Language: Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential (written and spoken).

Skille & Competencies

• Strategic Sourcing: Ability to create long-term sourcing strategies that balance quality, cost, and reliability.
• Data Analysis: Strong ability to analyze KPIs, consumption data, and waste reports to drive operational improvements.
• Negotiation Excellence: Proven track record of successful high-stakes contract negotiation.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where quick, high-quality decisions are necessary.