Italian Procurement Manager

Job Summary Bella Roma is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Italian Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing operations, supplier relationships, and inventory planning for restaurant ingredients, specialty Italian food products, and operational supplies. This role is responsible for maintaining reliable sourcing channels, negotiating favorable purchasing terms, monitoring product quality, and ensuring that kitchen teams have the ingredients and materials needed for efficient daily operations. The ideal candidate has experience in procurement, supply chain management, or restaurant purchasing, along with strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills. Knowledge of Italian ingredients and food service operations is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Manage procurement activities for Italian ingredients, including pasta, cheeses, olive oil, tomatoes, fresh herbs, meats, seafood, and specialty products. Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with reliable food suppliers, wholesalers, and distributors. Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and purchasing agreements to support cost-effective operations. Coordinate with chefs and kitchen managers to understand ingredient specifications, quality expectations, and purchasing requirements. Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs based on menu demand, usage patterns, and seasonal availability. Prepare, review, and process purchase orders, supplier quotations, invoices, and procurement documentation. Verify that delivered products meet established quality, freshness, quantity, and food safety requirements. Track supplier performance and address issues involving late deliveries, incorrect orders, damaged goods, or inconsistent quality. Monitor market prices and identify opportunities to reduce purchasing costs without compromising product standards. Coordinate delivery schedules to support kitchen preparation and prevent ingredient shortages. Maintain accurate records of supplier contacts, contracts, purchasing transactions, and inventory replenishment activities. Collaborate with finance and management teams to monitor procurement budgets and purchasing expenditures. Develop and maintain purchasing procedures that support accountability and operational consistency. Ensure appropriate handling of supplier information, purchasing records, and confidential business documentation. Recommend improvements to sourcing strategies, supplier selection, inventory planning, and procurement workflows. Qualifications and Requirements Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain management, or restaurant operations. Experience managing supplier relationships and purchasing food products is preferred. Knowledge of Italian cuisine ingredients and restaurant supply requirements. Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in spreadsheets, purchasing software, inventory systems, and standard office applications. Ability to analyze quotations, invoices, stock records, and purchasing reports. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of food safety, product traceability, and appropriate storage requirements. Ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities and meet operational deadlines. Preferred Skills Experience sourcing specialty Italian ingredients and premium food products. Familiarity with wholesale pricing, supplier contracts, and purchasing agreements. Ability to forecast demand and manage inventory replenishment efficiently. Knowledge of cost analysis, budget monitoring, and supplier performance evaluation. Strong relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Experience improving purchasing procedures and reducing unnecessary inventory costs. Work Environment The Italian Procurement Manager works in a restaurant business environment, coordinating with kitchen leadership, restaurant management, finance personn…

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