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Job Description
- To direct and control the central purchasing function to ensure that goods and supplies are purchased at the most competitive prices and are of the required quality.
Main Responsibilities:
- Direct and control purchasing staff to ensure that they are well motivated and trained. And that they carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.
- Assist in the development of a purchasing policy to ensure that the company makes the best use of its purchasing power.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers who meet the company’s requirements to secure the most favorable terms of business for the company.
- Develop and implement all necessary policies and procedures to ensure that the purchasing Dept. operates effectively.
- Keep all contracts for the supply of goods and services under review to ensure that they are being carried out effectively and renegotiate terms where necessary.
- Maintain the purchasing budget to ensure the effective monitoring and control of all purchases.
- Maintain an awareness of any developments in the field of central purchasing or with suppliers to ensure that the company continues to apply the most effective policies and procedures.
- Act as the company’s adviser on all matters relating to the purchasing function.
- Source and monitor purchase orders to ensure uninterrupted and timely supply “while maintaining the lowest possible inventory levels”
- Ensure the availability of materials to meet production and projects requirements.
- Choosing suitable shipping methods, ports and forwarders taking into consideration (Lead Time, Cost,…)
- Manage Import Clearing and Customs fees through the suitable Clearing Agencies.
Job Requirements
- Bachelors of engineering degree is a must, Mechanical or Civil.
- 10-12 years of experience in the Supply Chain Filed.
- CSCP certification.
- Deciding & Initiating Action
- Leading & Supervising Skills
- Communication skills
- Persuading & Influencing Skills
- Presenting & Negotiation Skills
- Planning & Organizing
- Problem-solving skills.
- Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations