Purchase Specialist📣 Job Ad

Join The Grandeur Co. as a Procurement Logistics Specialist!
We are a leading corporate catering company specializing in labor and employee catering, dedicated to providing customized meal plans for a diverse workforce. We are seeking a full-time Procurement Logistics Specialist located in Jeddah, with responsibilities that extend to Makkah. In this role, you will be crucial in managing purchase orders, evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and performing procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct supplier evaluations and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure timely procurement of required items to support catering operations.
• Leverage analytical skills to optimize procurement processes.
• Manage purchase orders and procurement activities efficiently.
• Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in the catering or food service industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with vendors and suppliers.
• Proficiency in managing purchase orders and procurement activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with 70% field work and 30% office work.

Become a part of a company that is committed to providing quality and healthy meal options for employees. We are looking for someone who can work independently, with strong analytical and negotiation skills. Apply today!

About the job
Job Title: Senior Procurement Specialist
Department: Procurement.
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Job Type: Full-time.
Reports To: Procurement Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive B2B e-procurement policies and procedures governing the use of online portals for purchasing.
• Establish clear guidelines for the team regarding access to and usage of approved B2B online portals.
• Define procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with company regulations.
• Develop workflows for the approval of online purchase requests and orders.
• Establish guidelines for managing payment methods and ensuring secure online transactions.
• Create procedures for returns, exchanges, and resolving disputes with vendors.
• Implement a training program for relevant employees on established B2B e-procurement policies.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulations.
• Conduct searches and comparisons of goods and services on various B2B online portals.
• Seek opportunities to optimize procurement costs through effective offers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• 35 years of experience in procurement, preferably with a focus on B2B e-procurement systems.
• Strong knowledge of online procurement platforms and e-marketplaces.
• Understanding of procurement regulations and data security standards.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

📢 Job Announcement: Purchasing Officer

Location: Jeddah
Sector: Building Materials (Timber, Steel, Equipment, Sanitary and Electrical Tools)
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: To be determined after the interview – based on experience and competency

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🎯 Job Responsibilities:

• Receive purchase requests from the sales department or internal clients.

• Analyze technical specifications accurately.

• Search for reliable suppliers and update the database.

• Request price quotes and compare them in terms of quality, price, and delivery time.

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best terms.

• Issue purchase orders and follow up on delivery until final receipt.

• Document operations and archive all related data.

• Cooperate with other departments to resolve supply issues and avoid delays.

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✅ Required Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree (Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related technical specialty).

• Experience of no less than one year in the field of purchasing or sales in building materials.

• Good knowledge of types of wood, steel, sanitary tools, and electrical switches and cables.

• Strong negotiation skills and high attention to detail.

• Proficiency in using Office programs, especially Excel.

• Preference for those with experience in using ERP systems (such as Odoo or Zoho).

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🧠 Personal Attributes:

• Organized and tidy.

• Able to work under pressure.

• Quick in executing tasks without sacrificing quality.

• Learns quickly and continuously develops relationships with suppliers.

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📧 To Apply:

Please send your CV to the following email:
j@***************
with "Purchasing Officer – Building Materials" in the subject line.