Procurement Administrator

SSC Egypt; Qatar; On-site; QAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

SSC Egypt is seeking a Procurement Administrator in Qatar to support the procurement team in managing purchasing processes and keeping accurate records. The role involves handling RFQs, purchase orders, and ensuring timely material delivery, with exposure to vendor management and contract administration.

The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years in procurement, strong MS Office and negotiation skills, and ERP knowledge (preferably SAP).

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• GCC experience is a plus.
• ERP knowledge, preferably SAP, is required.

Responsibilities

• Send RFQ enquiries to suppliers and follow up on offers; negotiate to final deal.
• Receive and review purchase requests from projects and subsidiaries daily.
• Ensure supplier rates align with approved standard rates.
• Submit quotations for management and project approval and await LPO.
• Ensure on-time delivery of equipment and materials as agreed.
• Maintain complete documentation of supplier quotations, CBS, and related records.
• Manage financials and budgeting for the assigned area.
• Lead savings and cash flow improvements in category purchasing.
• Drive operational excellence in strategic sourcing across the organization.
• Adopt company-wide best practices to meet strategic objectives and maximize opportunities.
• Support HSE initiatives and contribute to safety reporting and IMS policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Purchasing software

Communication skills

Procurement knowledge

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Procurement Administrator is responsible to support the procurement department in managing purchasing processes and maintaining accurate procurement records. They are responsible for assisting with the procurement of goods and services, processing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Additionally, Procurement Administrators may be involved in vendor management, contract administration, and supplier relationship management. Their primary goal is to facilitate efficient procurement operations and contribute to the effective management of the organization's supply chain.

• Send RFQ Enquiries to the Suppliers and follow ups on obtaining initial offers and Negotiate to the final deal.
• Receive and review the Purchase Requests from the Projects and Subsidiary Business Units on daily basis.
• Ensure that the supplier’s rate are matching with the approved standard rate (low market rate).
• Submit the quotation for management and project approval and waiting for the LPO.
• Ensure that the supplier delivered requested equipment / materials on agreed time and date.
• Keep full documents of all suppliers quotation, CBS and other necessary documentations.
• Manage financial and budgetary based on the assigned area of responsibility.
• Lead the delivery of the savings and operating cash flow programmed in his/her categories (products/services).
• Continuously drive operational excellence in strategic sourcing.
• Adapt Company– wide use of best practices to support the organization in achieving strategic objectives and maximize business opportunities.
• Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Knowledge & Skills

Profound knowledge of the requirements for best-in‑class purchasing capabilities and a strong expertise and credibility in all areas of purchasing.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software. Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus