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Air Products (Middle East) FZE; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial gas company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Purchasing Specialist to develop purchasing strategies and manage supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, excel in negotiation, and possess strong analytical skills. Knowledge of SAP and proficiency in English are essential. The role involves working independently in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance and optimizing contracts. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the company's success in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing/logistics or commercial work-related experience.
• Proficiency in English (reading and writing).
• Knowledge of Saudi market vendors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies and identify buying trends.
• Negotiate policies and contracts with suppliers.
• Manage deliveries and confirm compliance with contracts.
• Provide technical assistance to improve product knowledge.

Skills

Honesty and trustworthiness

Cultural awareness

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Team player

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Business, Engineering, Technical disciplines

Tools

SAP (ERP System)

Job description

Job Description

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop purchasing strategies and identify buying trends to keep the business profitable.
• Conduct self-guided research to become familiar with what products are available as well as their costs and benefits.
• Search available products to find the best combination of quality, price, and delivery.
• Negotiate policies and contracts with various suppliers.
• Manage deliveries to confirm compliance with contracts.
• Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions.
• Keep detailed records and prepare and submit necessary reports.
• Maintain professional relationships with all key suppliers.
• Attend various supplier plants, and vendor interviews to stay informed about changes and advancements in the industry.
• Manage the buying process for a given set of goods in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Provide technical / commercial assistance to requesting departments to develop awareness of manufacturing processes and improve product knowledge.
• Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.
• Manage problems and schedule changes and ensure changes are reflected within the ERP systems.

Skills

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Honest and trustworthy.
• Respectful and Presentable.
• Flexible working hours in order to support plant operations.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Flexible and works according to the needs of the organization.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Detail oriented, analytical and inquisitive.
• Effective written, verbal & listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Good planning, monitoring and reporting skills.
• Team player with excellent team building skills.
• Comfortable in an unstructured and fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter, pro-active at gathering information & understanding subject matters.
• Good skills at organizing, analyzing and coordinating.
• Good communication, cooperation, teamwork and presentation skill.
• Skill in using Internet and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power-point).
• Knowledge of the Saudi market vendors and suppliers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years of purchasing/logistics or commercial work-related experience.
• Bachelor Degree prefered / Diploma Minnimum (In Business, Engineering, Technical disciplines).
• Proficiency in English (Reading and Writing).
• Knowledge in SAP (ERP System).