Procurement Manager

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):

• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective communication, performance evaluation, and resolution of any issues.
• Collaborate with vendors to improve service levels, quality, and delivery timelines.

Cost Analysis and Optimization:

• Continuously analyze procurement costs, identifying areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
• Explore innovative ways to optimize spending while maintaining quality standards.

Market Research and Benchmarking:

• Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging technologies.
• Benchmark the company's procurement practices against industry standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments (such as Production, Quality Assurance, and Logistics) to align procurement strategies with overall business goals.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives.

• Improve existing CAPIS purchasing processes, create and define missing related purchasing processes with the aim to reduce costs and improve customer service.
• Issue POs for spare parts, special equipment / machinery etc and monitor delivery of purchased products and services until the ordered goods reach the plants (communicating with customs, banks, custom release etc.).
• Prepare and execute supply agreements, which will protect the Company against missed deliveries, shortages, outages, poor material quality etc.

• 7+ years of procurement experience within a manufacturing company.
• University degree in Business or equivalent.
• High Proficiency in Arabic & English language is a must.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office & ERP Systems.
• A strong understanding of business law, country regulations for import, raw material sourcing, procurement of technical parts, and outstanding negotiation skills.  
• Ability to organize diverse information, analyze and solve disputes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with people inside and outside the organization are required.
• Strong understanding of factors that influence manufacturing, cost and quality of operations is preferred.