Procurement Officer - Female

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and review purchase requisitions from departments, verifying that specifications and approvals are complete.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers, and maintain the approved vendor database.
• Request quotations, compare offers, and prepare technical and commercial bid comparisons.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery conditions with suppliers.
• Issue purchase orders and follow up to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with warehouse and finance teams on goods receipt, inspection, specification compliance, and invoice settlement.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delays, quality issues, or quantity discrepancies.
• Prepare periodic reports on purchases, costs, and savings.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation in line with internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and applicable laws.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in an industry similar to the company's.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and experience with ERP systems.
• A professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS) is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to analyze costs and evaluate bids.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Integrity, ethical conduct, and commitment to confidentiality.