Position: **Procurement Officer** Key Responsibilities * **Develop \& implement procurement strategies** to optimize sourcing and supplier selection. * **Source suppliers \& conduct evaluations**, reviewing quality, pricing, reliability, and capacity. * **Negotiate contracts** and pricing, ensuring terms are beneficial and protect organizational interests. * **Manage purchase orders \& requisitions**, ensuring accuracy and policy alignment. * **Monitor supplier performance** to verify compliance with contracts and manage ongoing relations. * **Track inventory levels \& forecast demand** to prevent stock issues and reduce carrying costs. * **Ensure legal and regulatory compliance** throughout the procurement lifecycle. * **Maintain accurate records** of purchases, vendor agreements, and procurement data. * **Analyze spending data \& identify cost\-saving opportunities**, reporting KPIs to management. * **Conduct market research** to stay updated on trends, new suppliers, and pricing shifts. Qualifications \& Skills * **Education**: Typically a bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. * **Experience**: 2–3\+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles. * **Technical Proficiency**: Skilled in procurement software (ERP), Microsoft Office, especially Excel. * **Negotiation \& Contract Management**: Strong negotiation and contract drafting skills. * **Analytical \& Strategic Thinking**: Able to assess options and make data\-driven decisions. * **Communication**: Excellent interpersonal abilities for liaising with internal teams and vendors. * **Organizational Mindset \& Attention to Detail**: To ensure accuracy and compliance. * **Leadership**: Potential to supervise procurement staff, depending on company size. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent, Contract Contract length: 24 months Pay: QAR3,800\.00 \- QAR4,300\.00 per month