Category Specialist
Role Overview
ASMO is seeking a Category Specialist to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves assisting in the centralization of category operations and requirements to optimize procurement and sourcing activities. The Category Specialist will collaborate with the Senior Category Manager and other team members to execute procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and support efficient supply chain operations.
Role Purpose and Context
The primary purpose of this role is to support the execution of category strategies, contribute to cross-category initiatives, and manage contract lifecycle activities within the assigned category. The specialist will play a key part in enhancing supply chain efficiency and optimizing procurement processes through collaboration and strategic support.
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About the Role
ASMO is seeking a Category Specialist to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves assisting in the centralization of category operations and requirements to optimize procurement and sourcing activities. The Category Specialist will collaborate with the Senior Category Manager and other team members to execute procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and support efficient supply chain operations.
Role Purpose and Context
The primary purpose of this role is to support the execution of category strategies, contribute to cross-category initiatives, and manage contract lifecycle activities within the assigned category. The specialist will play a key part in enhancing supply chain efficiency and optimizing procurement processes through collaboration and strategic support.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify the need for and assist in the development of RFPs based on category requirements, collaborating with the Senior Category Manager and Director for review before deployment.
- Work with the Technology function to automate procurement processes where feasible, aiming for economies of scale and overall operational efficiency.
- Assist in executing category strategies by focusing on supplier performance improvements and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Collaborate with the team to implement cross-category initiatives and projects designed to optimize procurement operations.
- Coordinate with sourcing specialists and tactical buyers to support the efficient execution of procurement processes, competitive sourcing practices, and timely purchase order placement.
- Liaise with commodity technical experts to execute supplier assessments based on technical specifications and quality requirements, and support spend management specialists in spend analysis and cost-saving initiatives.
- Assist in contract lifecycle management processes, including contract creation, negotiation, and compliance management, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
- Experience Requirements
- Candidates should possess between 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
- Work Type
- This is a full-time position.
Application Process
- Further details regarding the application process will be provided upon inquiry. The salary for this position is not disclosed.
Qualifications
- Requirements
- Candidates should possess between 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
- Work Type
- This is a full-time position.
- Application Process
- Further details regarding the application process will be provided upon inquiry. The salary for this position is not disclosed.
About ASMO
ASMO (Advanced Supply Management Operations) is a groundbreaking joint venture between DHL and Aramco. It aims to redefine the procurement and supply chain landscape, offering comprehensive end-to-end supply chain services for businesses in the energy, chemical, and industrial sectors within and outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. ASMO is committed to driving efficiencies, enhancing reliability, and delivering cost savings through optimized procurement, logistics, inventory management, warehousing, and a B2B e-marketplace, all underpinned by cutting-edge technology, innovation, and digitalization. It supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by advancing localization and building strategic partnerships.
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