Procurement Specialist

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring efficient operations, supplier management, and cost optimization. Highlights: 1. Manage end-to-end procurement process and supplier relationships 2. Negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing and favorable terms 3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities **Job Title: Procurement Specialist** **Job Summary** We are seeking a qualified and experienced **Procurement Specialist** to manage and oversee the end\-to\-end procurement process, ensuring efficient purchasing operations, supplier management, cost optimization, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities from initial purchase requests through final delivery and contract closure while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities** * Manage the complete procurement cycle, from receiving purchase requests to final delivery and closure of purchase orders in accordance with approved policies and procedures. * Review purchase requests to ensure accuracy, completeness of technical specifications, budget availability, and required approvals. * Prepare and manage Requests for Quotation (RFQ/RFP), evaluate supplier proposals, conduct technical and commercial analysis, prepare comparison reports, and provide procurement recommendations. * Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable payment terms, delivery schedules, and warranty conditions while ensuring maximum value for money. * Issue purchase orders, prepare procurement\-related contracts, and monitor supplier performance through successful delivery and completion of requirements. * Collaborate with technical, finance, logistics, and project teams to ensure procurement activities align with operational plans and project timelines. * Coordinate and monitor shipping, transportation, and customs clearance processes when required to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. * Manage supplier contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and delivery commitments. * Identify, evaluate, and develop new supplier relationships while maintaining and updating supplier databases and conducting regular performance reviews. * Conduct market research, monitor market trends and price fluctuations, and recommend suitable alternatives when needed. * Prepare procurement reports related to purchasing activities, contracts, purchase order status, supplier performance, and cost savings achieved. * Support continuous improvement initiatives by developing procurement procedures and enhancing operational efficiency. * Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, procedures, governance requirements, and applicable regulations. * Perform other procurement\-related duties as assigned by the direct manager. **Qualifications \& Education** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field. **Required Experience \& Skills** * 3–5 years of proven experience in procurement, operations, or supply chain management. * Strong experience managing procurement processes, including RFQ preparation, supplier evaluation, commercial analysis, and negotiations. * Experience managing purchase orders and contracts from initiation through final delivery and closure. * Ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously while effectively prioritizing tasks. * Knowledge of shipping, logistics operations, and import/export procedures is an advantage. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with experience using ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. * Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. * Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem\-solving skills. * Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. * Previous experience in trading companies, logistics services, international projects, humanitarian organizations, or facilities management is preferred. Language: * Arabic (Required) Work Location: In person