Purchasing & Planning Supervisor📣 Job Ad

About the Role

ALPLA Group is seeking a highly capable Purchasing & Planning Supervisor to join our team in Jeddah and Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is critical for overseeing and optimizing procurement processes and production planning within our manufacturing operations. The role requires a professional who can ensure efficient supply chain management and contribute to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities in Purchasing and Supplier Management

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records and the purchasing database.
• Manage tracking records for all Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure regular updates to Order Management (OMs).
• Implement and monitor systems to track goods and services POs for timely delivery.
• Identify and report potential risks such as price increases or material shortages due to supplier issues.
• Update the price matrix on a monthly basis to reflect current market conditions.
• Ensure the maintenance of at least three approved suppliers for every item critical to customer supply.
• Develop and negotiate favorable payment terms with suppliers to minimize cash purchases.
• Improve response times for purchasing goods and services requested by functional departments and approved by OMs.
• Streamline and optimize the gap between the PSR, PO, and RIR processes.
• Lead the procurement group through all phases of the purchasing cycle.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions effectively with suppliers.
• Report department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and analyze deviations from established targets.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive supplier evaluation reports.
• Follow up on action plans resulting from audits and ensure the timely closure of all open items.
• Collaborate professionally with auditors and ensure proper maintenance of all purchasing department records.

Production Planning and Optimization

• Manage production planning activities, including sampling and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination with all related departments regarding production plans.
• Optimize production and equipment scheduling to reduce changeovers and achieve operational efficiency objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification in a related field.
• A minimum of 5-8 years of working experience in purchasing.
• Additionally, 1-3 years of experience in a Supply Chain position and/or a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in a previous supervisory or managerial role.

Specific Industry and Regional Requirements

• Experience with plastic, packaging, and spare parts procurement.
• Proficiency in both foreign and local purchasing processes.
• Prior working experience within Saudi Arabia.
• Experience in the packaging industry or a similar manufacturing sector.

Application Information

We invite qualified candidates who meet these requirements to apply for this full-time position. This role offers an opportunity to significantly contribute to the operational success and supply chain efficiency of ALPLA Group.