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Job Description
• Adapt and apply Colas Rail Egypt's purchasing policy by integrating the specific needs of its customers.
• Under the supervision of his/her hierarchy, execute and monitor the entire Purchasing Process for local and, in specific cases, abroad
Purchasing, as but not limited to:
• Contribute to the pacification and the good execution of the Purchasing Kick-off meetings
• Manage the Supplier sourcing, Supplier pre-qualification, and Supplier Evaluation
• Prepare RFQ and organize consultations with selected suppliers
• Prepare and report the analysis of offers to his/her hierarchy (TCO) including the negotiation objectives.
• Based on the TCO analysis, propose the purchasing recommendation to his/her hierarchy and to the Project management
• Negotiate with suppliers, monitor exchanges (supplier offers, clarification, and PR), and update TCO accordingly
• Make sure of the good reception of the acknowledgments of receipt of orders
• Edit the orders in the purchasing software and ensure the logistical, administrative, and contractual follow-up in collaboration with
his/her hierarchy, project management, and support services (including transit)
• Assist in the costing of tenders by consulting suppliers or price estimates
• In collaboration with his/her hierarchy, define with the project management, the terms of application of the Framework Contracts.
Detects purchasing subjects and suppliers eligible for a "Framework Contract" action.
• Participate in the definition of the overall roadmap and commodity roadmap for Colas Rail Egypt.
• Enhance and promote the Purchasing action within Colas Rail Egypt organization.
• Participate in the training activities for Colas Rail colleagues and/ or partners’ employees.
• Contribute to the logistics/ customs clearance activity with follow-up and regular reporting to his/her hierarchy and to the Project Management.
• Liaising with the warehouse team to ensure goods reception on the purchasing software.
• Participate in events and exhibitions to enlarge the Suppliers’ network.
• Coaching newly hired employees when required.
Job Requirements
- Electrical Engineer, with 4 to 6 years of experience in Purchasing.
- Arabic & English are a must, French is a plus.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of contract law and procurement regulations.
