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Join Smart Step Forward Consulting as a Technical Purchasing Manager!
We are seeking a motivated Saudi National to advance their career in an exciting role within our organization. This position is perfect for experienced professionals currently working as Purchasing Assistants or Acting Purchasing Managers with a strong managerial background.

About the Role
As the Technical Purchasing Manager, you will take charge of managing purchasing operations for milling equipment and spare parts. Your expertise will enhance our procurement processes and contribute to our growth as a leading stock market company based in Jeddah, KSA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchasing operations and supplier relationships.
• Utilize SAP/ERP systems for procurement activities.
• Coordinate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 68 years of relevant experience in technical purchasing.
• Excellent negotiation and project coordination skills.
• Proficient in Arabic and English (Advanced level).

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to work with a dynamic team dedicated to creating a supportive and efficient workplace. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Job Objective:
Lead and develop the procurement department to ensure the supply of high-quality materials, services, and equipment at a reasonable cost and on time, supporting the implementation of contracting and real estate development projects efficiently and effectively, while building strategic relationships with suppliers and achieving cost savings.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing a procurement strategy in line with the company's objectives and projects.
• Supervising the processes of supplier search, negotiation, selection of accredited suppliers, and periodic performance evaluation.
• Managing and concluding contracts and supply agreements, ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Direct coordination with engineering and technical departments to accurately determine project needs.
• Monitoring and organizing inventory in cooperation with warehouses, avoiding any shortages or surpluses.
• Preparing and following up on the procurement budget and ensuring adherence to it while achieving the best saving ratios.
• Developing and documenting procurement policies and procedures and updating them continuously.
• Preparing periodic reports for senior management on purchasing operations, supply levels, and financial performance evaluation.
• Managing the procurement team, distributing tasks, and overseeing the training and development of members.
• Monitoring the local and international market to identify the best suppliers and the latest materials and techniques in the contracting and real estate field.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations (customs regulations, competition and procurement regulations, etc.).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (preferably with an additional qualification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management).
• Practical experience of no less than 58 years in procurement, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership position in contracting or real estate development companies.
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and suppliers in both local and international markets.
• Strong negotiation, contract drafting, and relationship management skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written (knowledge of additional languages is preferred).

Personal Skills:

• Effective leadership and team management.
• High ability to plan, organize, and manage time.
• Strength in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and building strong relationships.
• The ability to work under pressure and achieve goals.

- Using appropriate strategies to purchase the institution's needs at reasonable prices
- Discovering suppliers, starting contracts, and forming business and organizational partnerships
- Negotiating with sellers to secure quality terms and reasonable prices
- Approving requests for goods and services needed from different departments
- Finalizing details for purchase orders and delivery
- Reviewing and testing existing contracts and ensuring contract renewal dates
- Following up on requirements and providing reports on purchases and needs
- Collaborating with different departments to ensure clarity of requirements and budgets
- Building and developing the procurement department and creating procurement plans and formulating policies and procedures
- Providing each department's raw material needs and establishing an appropriate budget
- Building and developing an annual plan for the necessary raw material needs
- Continuously searching for new suppliers of raw materials used in manufacturing or operations
- Building and developing strong relationships with suppliers and maintaining them
- Creating a periodic plan at the end of each year and updating policies and procedures
- Building various structures and models used in the procurement department
- Keeping files of internal and external purchase requests, quotations, and contracts
- Maintaining constant communication with the warehouse management regarding stock shortages and the capacity of storage and the stock turnover rate
- Preparing orders received from different departments and sending them to approved suppliers and following up until receipt
- Reviewing suppliers' offers and responding positively or negatively
- Following up on changes that occur in raw material prices periodically
- Contacting the requesting party for the goods and following up on the required materials at the right time and in the right way
Conditions and skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Experience in procurement management of not less than 7 years