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Contract TypeContract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeWorkplace typeOn-site
LocationLocationDammam

About the Purchasing Specialist Role

WIKA Group, a global leader in measurement technology, is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Specialist to join their team in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is integral to ensuring the efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services, supporting the company's mission to enable safe, efficient, and sustainable processes through excellent sensing solutions. The Purchasing Specialist will play a key role in managing sourcing activities, supplier relationships, and cost reduction strategies within a dynamic international environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing activities for diverse spend categories such as office supplies, production raw materials, and service providers to meet organizational quantity and quality expectations.
  • Create regular reports for internal and external declarations.
  • Collaborate closely with all relevant departments to ensure the most cost-effective and productive option for each purchase request is identified within the agreed timescale.
  • Ensure all purchasing activities are conducted according to agreed department KPIs and procedures, and comprehensively recorded in required business systems.
  • Work closely with key stakeholders in member organizations and corporate functions to implement effective cost reduction strategies.
  • Ensure contracting with third-party suppliers aligns with business requirements, WIKA company values, and policies.
  • Manage supplier relationships efficiently and in line with the company's strategy.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and innovations within assigned categories to identify the most effective and productive options for WIKA.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and local market rules and regulations.
  • Track inventory levels and ensure timely restocking of goods as needed.
  • Lead projects efficiently, ensuring they are completed within the defined budget and timeline.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from a reputable university.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Purchaser in Saudi Arabia.
  • Proven track record in sourcing SS & Inconel Flanges, Pipes & Bars is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills with a high level of local market vendor network.
  • Advanced proficiency in English language skills, both written and spoken.
  • Ability to work effectively in international teams, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and social competence.
  • High level of organizational skills to manage both vendor and internal customer relations.
  • Familiarity with the list of approved suppliers in Aramco in Saudi Arabia, Europe, India, and China is a plus.
  • Strong analytical thinking skills for effective option comparison.
  • Good negotiation skills to manage vendor relations.
  • Experience in multinational companies is a plus.

Required Skills

  • Sourcing
  • Reporting
  • Cost Reduction
  • Contracting
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Project Management
  • Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Sourcing of SS & Inconel Flanges / Pipes & Bars
  • Local Market Vendor Network
  • Knowledge of Approved Suppliers in Aramco

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, specifically in the 2nd Industrial City. The role involves working within a dynamic international environment and collaborating with global teams.


Requirements

  • Requires 2-5 Years experience

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