Purchase Specialist

A purchasing specialist is required to work for a leading company in its field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement and negotiation with suppliers. The candidate will be responsible for managing purchasing operations efficiently and effectively, ensuring the best prices and quality for the required materials and services. The job holder will perform the following tasks:

• Preparing and implementing purchasing plans according to the company's needs
• Negotiating with suppliers and managing relationships with them
• Analyzing prices and making comparisons between different offers
• Following up on purchase requests from the beginning to final delivery
• Preparing periodic reports on supplier performance and purchasing costs
• Ensuring compliance with approved purchasing policies and procedures
• Contributing to the development of purchasing strategies and improving processes

Join Perfect Vision as a Procurement Specialist – IoT Devices & Smart Technologies!

We are a KSA based company specializing in AI and IoT solutions. Our mission is to manufacture and develop innovative IoT systems, notably for safety and logistics, serving top clients including ARAMCO.

Position Summary:
The Procurement Specialist will be integral in sourcing, negotiating, and acquiring IoT-related hardware and components. Your role will be crucial in meeting customer demands through timely procurement, optimized costs, and fostering strong vendor relationships. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, engineering, and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement & Supplier Management:
  • Source and purchase IoT hardware like microcontrollers and sensors.
  • Identify and onboard reliable suppliers globally.
  • Manage end-to-end procurement cycles from RFQ to delivery.
  • Monitor supplier KPIs including on-time delivery and quality performance.
• Demand Fulfillment & Forecasting:
  • Collaborate with Sales and Project Teams to translate customer orders into procurement plans.
  • Plan material requirements to support project execution.
• Technical & Engineering Coordination:
  • Interpret technical specs in coordination with engineering teams.
  • Ensure compatibility of sourced products with system requirements.
• Contracting & Cost Optimization:
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms.
  • Optimize total landed costs including freight and duties.
• Systems & Reporting:
  • Manage purchase orders in an ERP system, preferably Odoo.
  • Prepare procurement reports highlighting variances in lead time and cost.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 35 years of procurement experience in IoT or electronics.
• Proficiency in sourcing from Asia, Europe, or the US.
• Familiarity with wireless communication technologies.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP platforms.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills in English.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus
• Annual leave and medical insurance