Procurement Specialist

Description

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, equipment, and services that the group needs to operate. This job works with vendors, suppliers, and other third-party service providers to ensure that they’re getting the best deals possible on everything from office supplies to large machinery.

• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure that orders are delivered on time and within budget parameters.
• Analyse industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate contract terms with vendors, including price, delivery schedule, and payment terms.
• Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings.
• Recommend new suppliers and negotiating supplier contracts to ensure that all terms are met.
• Prepare reports on expenditures and analysing trends in spending to identify areas of potential waste or abuse.
• Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate purchase terms and conditions.
• Uphold company values throughout business practices and utilise sound judgment in decision making.
• Analyse costs and recommend ways to reduce expenses by identifying opportunities for process improvement or technology enhancement.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers who can meet the company’s needs.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure that orders are processed correctly.
• Review purchase orders and ensuring that they are in line with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns.
• Maintain relationships with vendors, including negotiating contracts and reviewing contracts for legal compliance.

Requirements

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Business acumen.
• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning systems.
• Proven experience of purchasing strategies.
• Language skills (Arabic language preferred).
• Ability to work under pressure, keeping KPI’s in mind.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a procurement role.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance