Purchase Specialist

Join Carrier Climate Solutions Transportation as a Procurement Associate.
Build a career with confidence at Carrier, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, dedicated to creating impactful solutions for people and the planet for generations to come.

About The Role:
As a mid-level Procurement professional, you will support procurement processes, including RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and cost analysis. Your role is to liaise with buyers and facilitate the purchasing of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute procurement processes and standards, including RFQs/RFPs and negotiations.
• Respond to inquiries regarding order status and changes to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist buyers in purchasing activities for goods, materials, supplies, and services.
• Prepare purchase orders and payment approvals for a smooth procurement process.
• Contact suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve issues with shortages or delays.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management.
• 2 - 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Strong vendor relationship management skills.
• Experience with SAP for creating POs and updating PO trackers.

Nice to have:

• Experience in construction or HVAC.
• Experience managing subcontractors and rate contracts.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Flexible schedules, parental leave, and holiday purchase scheme.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal goals.

At Carrier, we value expertise, creativity, and teamwork, fostering innovation and an inclusive environment. Join us to make a difference.

Join Our Team as a Procurement Officer!
We are looking for a motivated and efficient Procurement Officer to join Kindasa Water Services in Jeddah. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operations of our desalination plant through effective procurement and inventory control.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with the Purchasing System for material indenting, stock level establishment, and material receipt review.
• Execute procurement functions to prevent production delays.
• Expedite deliveries to ensure the availability of essential materials.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurements and correspondence.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department for supplier payments.
• Prepare and submit reports for received materials against Material Requisitions.
• Adhere to safety and security standards in all procurement practices.
• Develop procurement plans including specifications and delivery schedules.
• Assess suppliers for cost-saving opportunities and improvements.
• Monitor inventory levels to manage stock effectively.
• Review contracts to ensure legal compliance and the company’s interests.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives through negotiation and competitive bidding.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Communication, or Business Administration.
• Proficient in English (written and spoken).
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

About Kindasa Water Services:
Kindasa Water Services is a leading company in seawater desalination, providing potable water solutions in Jeddah since 2000. Join us in making a difference!

Join AntifatPlus as a Purchase Specialist!
We are a leading establishment specializing in healthy meal production located in Jeddah. We are currently seeking a dedicated Purchase Specialist to manage our procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase requests from various departments ensuring specifications and approvals are complete.
• Research suitable suppliers and compare offers for best prices and quality.
• Prepare and approve purchase orders as per authorization procedures.
• Manage suppliers, including creating and updating the database of approved vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality and timeliness.
• Negotiate prices and payment terms to achieve the best conditions for the company.
• Coordinate internally with the warehouse management to ensure material availability.
• Collaborate with finance for settling payments and invoices and tracking purchase orders.
• Adhere to the company's purchasing policies and procedures.
• Document all purchasing transactions and maintain records as per regulations.
• Participate in preparing periodic reports on purchases and costs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Preferred candidates with professional certifications in procurement or supply chain (* CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or supply, preferably in the restaurant or food industry.
• Experience in supplier management, bid analysis, and commercial negotiations.
• Familiarity with local purchasing methods.
• Strong negotiation skills and relationship-building with suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo.
• Ability to prepare reports and analyze procurement data.
• Capability to work under pressure and manage multiple requests simultaneously.
• Fluency in Arabic and English, both spoken and written.

If you meet these qualifications, please send your CV to the following email with the job title in the subject line: J@******************