Purchase Specialist📣 Job Ad

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Our client, a market leader in F&B Manufacturing and a prominent FMCG organization operating in the MENA Region, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to enhance their team based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to secure competitive pricing and quality standards.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and agreements with vendors to achieve optimal value.
• Manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely receipt of goods/services.
• Maintain and update procurement records, contracts, and supplier databases.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to determine purchasing needs and specifications.
• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks to mitigate disruptions.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and recommend improvements.
• Prepare procurement reports and analysis for management decision-making.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 46 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing or agriculture-related industries.
• Professional Certifications (*, CIPS, CPSM) are a plus.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and procurement software.

Join our dynamic team at Weatherford as a Procurement Specialist!
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company committed to optimizing resources and enhancing operational efficiency.

Job Overview:
The Procurement Specialist will play a key role in supporting the sourcing and purchasing of technical goods and services essential for our operations. You will ensure that purchases meet our demand, quality specifications, and are sourced from specified suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of technical specifications for products and services.
• Review purchase requisitions, clarify requests, and source parts/services.
• Request quotes from suppliers, evaluate supplier responses, and manage Purchase Orders.
• Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal functions to resolve payment issues.
• Facilitate supplier contract negotiations and monitor supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and report HSE observations weekly.

Skills:

• Understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changes.

Qualifications:

• 34 years of experience in procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering preferred.
• Prior experience in planning, purchasing, and material optimization.
• Preferred Certification: Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP).

At Weatherford, we believe in fostering a collaborative environment where our team can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in our workforce.

About Zahrawi Group
Zahrawi Group is a leading company in the GCC Healthcare Industry with its presence in UAE, KSA, Qatar, Bahrain, & Oman markets. The company supplies and distributes high-quality products and services to Hospitals, Clinics, Laboratories, & Analytical Industries.

Job Brief
The incumbent compiles information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials from suppliers. They also work with vendors to ensure availability, supply, cost and other related activities are maximized to achieve Zahrawi’s goals.

Accountabilities:

• Policies & Procedures: Adhere to all Zahrawi Policies & Procedures as applicable.
• Inventory Assessment: Ability to assess stock levels and inventory re-ordering points.
• Approvals: Follow up for approvals in the system and communicate with relative stakeholders till fully approved.
• Purchase Orders: Update the price list based on new buying prices in coordination with the concerned departments to ensure accuracy. Prepare various purchasing activity reports for demand planning and identifying progress/status reports on issued PO’s. Coordinate all pre purchase order activities from the time the PR is needed until PO Issuance. Organize purchase orders, requisitions, and related documentation.
• Advance Payments: Follow up with the supplier for proforma invoices related to advance payments and sharing them with the finance department. Follow up till payment is executed.
• Permits: Obtain and follow up with the Regulatory Affairs team for all necessary regulatory permits and arrange inbound shipments to facilitate timely material movements.
• Operation Planning: Maintain proper follow-up sheets to track purchase order status. Follow up on order confirmation and shipping details, determine work procedures, prepare work schedules, and expedite workflow.
• Operation Optimization: Coordinate all logistics activities to enhance operations. Understand shipping regulations, customs, and duties requirements to ensure efficiency. Identify problems, analyze alternatives, and develop recommendations to reduce bottlenecks.
• Reporting: Check and ensure the accuracy of the data in order confirmation and supplier invoices. Maintain proper reports for traceability of all purchase orders.
• Monitoring: Track the cost and efficiency of the movement and storage of products. Oversee incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and shipment conditions.
• External Coordination: Prepare and review vendors’ order confirmations for accuracy & ensuring PO conditions are met. Respond to vendors about purchase order changes, cancellations, and delays. Coordinate all post-purchase order activities until final receipt in the warehouse.
• Negotiation: Negotiate with service providers and suppliers for better credit limits, discounts, and payment terms.
• Payments: Coordinate all payments related to logistics with external stakeholders and ensure that payments have been received.
• Post Purchase: Direct all post-purchase order activities until final receipt in the warehouse. Follow up with the clearance agent at the port and arrange delivery of goods to the warehouse.