Purchaser

To procure all required materials, supplies, services and equipment for the company, prepare all the relevant contract documentation and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of optimal quality and cost-effective materials and services in line with the organization’s needs to comply with business objectives in the short, medium and long terms through continuous improvement and in accordance with the terms of contract and the Integrated Management System with efficient performance.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

- Ensure the correct implementation of all relevant company policies and procedures.
- Follow the Lean for Value approach and aim for continuous improvements.
- Perform regular evaluation of suppliers and contractors as per internal procedures.
- Prepare and call for tenders for product/service procurement, evaluate the bids and negotiate contractual terms (prices, delivery time, penalties), based on technical specifications
- Ensure the suppliers/ subcontractors are reliable and monitor their performance.
- Liaise with internal departments as required in order to identify their procurement needs, specifications, quantities, etc. and follow-up with them on a regular basis in order to ensure timely procurement of materials.
- Initiate renegotiation/renewals of all local agreements well in advance of the expiry dates to ensure timely renewal.
- Develop preferred suppliers list by identifying new suppliers and alternative products/services, whether within the UAE and GCC region or internationally, using publicly available resources and available shareholder resources.
- Follow up and efficiently manage the different procurement stages from the purchase request to the delivery of service or material to ensure the products/services are delivered on time and conform to the specific purchase requirements.
- Remain updated on current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products through conducting regular Vendors/Suppliers bench marking.
- Maximize savings and purchasing performance through relevant KPIs.

Skills and Competencies:

- Proficiency in Google suite, MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), and apps.
- Proficiency in Oracle BC365/Navision or any ERP in use.
- Accredited and recognized degree/ diploma in Procurement or equivalent.
- 5+ years of continuous experience in an industrial business environment.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Experience**:

- Purchasing in Industrial Environment: 5 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)