Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist

Job description Execute and manage procurement operations in accordance with established policies and procedures. Analyze departmental needs and convert them into suitable procurement plans and requests. Research qualified suppliers, evaluate them, and compare price proposals. Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best prices and commercial terms. Review purchase requests and orders, ensuring data and specifications accuracy. Monitor supply operations and ensure compliance with quantities, specifications, and delivery schedules. Manage and monitor supplier relationships and assess their performance levels. Contribute to the development of the supplier database and update prices and commercial terms. Analyze procurement costs and identify cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvements. Coordinate with financial, operational, and warehouse departments to ensure the completeness of the procurement cycle. Follow up on contracts and agreements related to suppliers and procurement. Address supply issues, delays, and non-compliance in coordination with relevant parties. Prepare regular procurement reports and analyze data and expenditures. Support the development and improvement of procurement procedures and policies. Guide and assist less experienced procurement team members as needed. Ensure compliance with established systems, policies, and budgets. Application closes in 59 days.

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of practical experience in procurement and sourcing.
• Strong experience in negotiation, supplier management, and price proposal analysis.
• Good knowledge of local and international procurement practices and procedures.
• Experience in managing purchase orders and contracts and monitoring sourcing operations.
• Experience in analyzing expenditures and identifying cost reduction opportunities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in English, both spoken and written.