Purchasing Officer

As a Procurement Officer for a wet wipes manufacturing company, your job roles and responsibilities would typically include the following:
**1. Supplier Management**
- **Vendor Selection**: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability.
- **Relationship Management**: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent supply and negotiate favorable terms.
- **Performance Monitoring**: Regularly assess supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery times, or pricing.

**2. Procurement Planning**
- **Demand Forecasting**: Collaborate with production and sales teams to forecast material requirements based on production schedules.
- **Inventory Management**: Maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure the uninterrupted supply of raw materials and components.
- **Cost Control**: Develop strategies to minimize procurement costs while maintaining high standards of quality.

**3. Contract Management**
- **Negotiation**: Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms of agreement with suppliers.
- **Contract Execution**: Ensure that all procurement contracts are executed as per the agreed terms.
- **Compliance**: Ensure that all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including sustainability and environmental considerations.

**4. Quality Assurance**
- **Material Inspection**: Work closely with quality control teams to ensure that all raw materials meet the required quality standards.
- **Supplier Audits**: Coordinate and participate in supplier audits to ensure compliance with company standards and certifications.

**5. Cost Analysis**
- **Price Analysis**: Regularly analyze market trends to ensure competitive pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- **Budget Management**: Develop and manage the procurement budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing.

**6. Documentation and Reporting**
- **Purchase Orders**: Prepare and issue purchase orders, ensuring all details are accurate and complete.
- **Record Keeping**: Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, including contracts, orders, and supplier communications.
- **Reporting**: Provide regular reports on procurement activities, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and market trends.

**7. Coordination with Other Departments**
- **Production Coordination**: Work closely with the production department to ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules.
- **R&D Collaboration**: Collaborate with research and development teams for the sourcing of new materials and components for product innovation.
- **Logistics Coordination**: Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and storage of materials.

**8. Risk Management**
- **Supply Chain Risk**: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
- **Sustainability**: Ensure procurement practices align with the company’s sustainability goals, including sourcing biodegradable or environmentally friendly materials.

**9. Continuous Improvement**
- **Process Optimization**: Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- **Training and Development**: Stay updated on industry trends and provide training to junior staff on procurement best practices.

This role requires strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, along with a deep understanding of the wet wipes manufacturing industry.

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

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Umm al-Quwain City: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Purchase: 1 year (preferred)