Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure the successful implementation of purchase policies and procedures.
- Coordinate the procurement process to ensure items are acquired and delivered within budget and time constraints.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers and vendors.
- Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies.
- Assist in vendor and supplier selection based on criteria such as price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability.
- Support in the development, negotiation, and management of purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers.
- Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements and internal quality standards.
- Measure and manage vendor and supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.
- Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.
- Analyze and address cost, quality, and delivery concerns.
- Adhere to and promote "Zero" or "Minimum Limit" Cash purchase policy.
- Manage risks related to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.
- Propose and implement performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements.
- Place purchase orders in a timely manner.
- Review purchase orders for authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures.
- Contribute to purchasing budgets and forecasts.
- Reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.
- Provide regular reports on purchase commitments, costs, and delivery performance.
- Oversee daily operations of the purchasing department with attention to detail.
- Supervise, develop, and motivate purchasing staff.
- Drive continuous improvement of purchasing processes in response to changing organizational needs and market conditions.
- Maintain and update the vendor/supplier database.
- Collaborate with division managers to enhance purchasing processes.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
- Actively participate in research and development functions of the purchasing department.
- Fulfill any additional requirements as mandated by the organization to enhance functions, processes, and procedures.
Education & Experience
At least Diploma / Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or any related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Procurement Executive within leading Catering/Restaurant/Hospitality/Engineering/Construction divisions, with a strong understanding of warehouse and logistics functions.
Required Skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with suppliers.
- Must have valid Oman driving license.
- Must have good knowledge of Muscat-Oman markets.
- Must be experienced in procurement of Project related-Construction, Engineering, MEP materials and also should have knowledge of Catering/Restaurant/Kitchen equipments purchases.
- Understanding of supply chain procedures.
- Hardworking with a positive attitude.
- Proficient in using MS Office applications.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and other relevant software.
- Excellent networking and time management skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
Experience:
- A strong understanding of warehouse and logistics functions.: 4 years (Required)
Location:
Application Deadline: 25/05/2024
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