Executive - Procurement

Role purpose

Operational responsibilities

• Fulfil RFQs with quotations, comparisons, and auctions where applicable, following spend SOPs.
• Ensure quantities and services are supplied in full and on time.
• Support monthly savings targets; analyze year-to-date spend using ABC analysis and recommend cost-reduction projects.
• Prepare high-spend contracts on time and start renewals 90 days in advance.
• Reduce SSPJ annually by introducing new suppliers.
• Resolve departmental complaints through SCN and track them to completion.
• Update the approved supplier list and supplier ratings annually for review and approval.
• Negotiate payment terms to improve cash flow.
• Coordinate supplier registration and detail changes for Oracle after approval.
• Generate JAFZA delivery gate passes and coordinate plant-entry document approvals.

Education and experience

• Minimum qualification: bachelor's degree; procurement professional certificates are also listed.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant procurement and/or supply chain experience.
• Good knowledge of supply strategy, cost analysis, planning, supplier management, fact-based negotiation, and data updates.

Preferred systems

• Awareness of ERP systems, D365, and MS Office is preferred.
• Listed capabilities include analytical and problem solving, teamwork, interpersonal understanding, customer service, integrity, leadership, people development, communication, negotiation, and persuasion.