Head of Purchasing , Family Holding Group - Qatar

AP Executive; Doha; On-site; QAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A Qatar Family Holding Group seeks a Head of Purchasing to oversee local purchasing activities, develop effective policies, and lead a procurement team. Candidates should have a degree in business or supply chain management and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong vendor negotiation and analytical skills are essential. Applications can be submitted via email.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in procurement with local purchasing focus.
• Deep understanding of procurement laws in Qatar/GCC.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee local purchasing activities across the group of companies.
• Develop and implement purchasing policies and strategies.
• Evaluate supply chain risks and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Vendor negotiation

Proficient in ERP and procurement systems

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

A Qatar Family Holding Group of Companies is looking to hire a Head of Purchasing that will manage and lead local operations and support business performance goals through effective supplier management, contract compliance, cost savings, and risk mitigation. The role, based in Doha, Qatar will align purchasing strategies with company wide procurement objectives to optimise local supplier relationships and secure competitive advantages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all local purchasing activities across a diverse family owned group of companies and its subsidiaries.
• Develop and implement effective purchasing policies, strategies and procedures to ensure alignment with the business goals related to pricing, quality and timely delivery.
• Evaluate and manage supply chain risks and opportunities, lead negotiations with key local suppliers and manage strategic relationships.
• Ensure supplier compliance with contractual obligations, service levels and delivery terms.
• Own and update purchasing policies, documentation and guidelines.
• Contribute to the procurement budgets and support business strategies.
• Mentor and lead a team of procurement officers to achieve departmental KPI’s, whilst continuously improving local procurement processes for efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or masters degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience in procurement with a focus on local purchasing for a large holding or multi-sector organisation.
• Deep understanding of procurement laws in Qatar/GCC with proficiency in ERP and procurement systems.
• Strong analytical, leadership and vendor negotiation skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language is preferred but not essential.

How to apply

For further information regarding this important role please submit your current CV and any relevant information by email to [e-mail]. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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