Procurement Officer

Palms Agro Production Co.; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Agro Production Co. is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist in Kuwait. The role involves executing purchasing operations, sourcing suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and at least 3 years of procurement experience. Strong negotiation skills and proficiency in management systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Structured methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Execute purchasing operations for company requirements.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers, negotiate prices.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Procurement management systems

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Execute purchasing operations for all company requirements in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers, negotiate best prices and terms.
• Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with existing suppliers to ensure continuity of supply.
• Follow up on purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods as per required specifications.
• Review price quotations and prepare comparative analyses to support the best purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate with different departments to identify actual needs and prevent stock shortages.
• Monitor supplier contracts and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
• Prepare periodic procurement and expenditure reports and submit them to management.
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships.
• High attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement management systems.
• Strong communication skills and a structured, methodical approach to work.