Manager F&B Planning & Development | Product Development & Design

Role overview

This position sits within Qatar Airways’ Product Development and Design team, focused on creating high-quality inflight experiences and pushing innovation in aviation design. The role is centered on leading the planning, development, and governance of the onboard food and beverage portfolio, with responsibility for around 700 SKUs and an annual inventory worth USD 110 million. The goal is to maintain availability, control costs, ensure operational practicality, and stay aligned with brand expectations.

The role also combines demand planning, supplier strategy, and tender execution with dedicated oversight of the wine and spirits programme, helping deliver a premium and differentiated onboard experience while keeping operations efficient and dependable.

Key responsibilities

• Create an efficient inventory structure that balances product availability, cost control, and SKU complexity while reducing overstock and outdated inventory.
• Develop and manage a proactive tender roadmap so sourcing happens on time, specifications are clear, and execution runs smoothly.
• Improve the full supply chain flow from procurement to delivery onboard across global operations.
• Build and maintain a strong supplier network that delivers quality, consistency, and innovation.
• Continuously enhance the food and beverage portfolio, including a premium wine and beverage range that reflects brand standards.
• Oversee inventory governance across major categories so demand, product lifecycle, and onboard availability remain aligned.
• Manage an inventory portfolio of about USD 110 million, with focus on SKU optimization, stock ageing control, and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure planning outputs match stock levels and operational needs to support uninterrupted service.
• Maintain accurate inventory records across ERP, QOSMOS, and HORIZON platforms.
• Lead the full tender process, from planning and specification development to supplier coordination and contract completion.
• Make sure tender results, planning requirements, and operational delivery are fully connected.
• Oversee sourcing approaches, logistics movement, and catering operations as part of the end-to-end supply chain.
• Reduce supply-related risks and protect continuity of supply across all regions.
• Manage supplier performance and development, with emphasis on quality, reliability, and ongoing improvement.
• Drive end-to-end F&B product development and implementation, including the wine and spirits programme and strategic partnerships.
• Carry out additional tasks assigned by the Head of Department that relate to this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification, along with at least 7 years of relevant experience in F&B planning, sourcing, product development, or airline catering operations.
• WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines (DipWSET) or a higher qualification.
• Demonstrated experience handling F&B planning, sourcing, product development, or airline catering at scale.
• Strong analytical ability and sound commercial judgment.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, coach people, and support development.
• Experience working with industry specialists such as Master of Wine professionals, sommeliers, and mixologists.
• Background working with international suppliers and in premium hospitality or aviation settings.
• Advanced capability in data analysis and decision-making.
• Strong stakeholder management skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lead complex operations in a fast-moving global environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools.

About the employer

Qatar Airways is known for developing innovative inflight products, improving passenger comfort, and setting new benchmarks in aviation design. The Product Development and Design team works with industry leaders to turn ideas into real products that shape the future of airline travel. This is an opportunity to contribute to a global business with a strong focus on growth, ambition, and excellence.

Additional information

Reference: 2600008C

Location: Qatar, Doha

Job family: Corporate & Commercial

Closing date: 2026-07-31

Employment: Full-time, onsite

Application note: Applicants are asked to submit a CV and complete the application form.

How to apply: Submit your application through the company’s careers process.

About Qatar Airways Group

The company began with four aircraft and has grown into a large global business spanning 12 different operations. It is recognized for rapid growth, record-setting achievements, and a culture that encourages bold thinking and continuous progress. Team members contribute to a story built on ambition, scale, and international collaboration.

Working style

This role is based in Doha and is intended for someone comfortable working in a demanding, global, cross-functional environment with complex operational responsibility.