Buyer

مجموعة العزل الخليجية; Dammam; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled sourcing specialist responsible for procuring high-quality materials. The ideal candidate will negotiate with local suppliers and ensure compliance with specifications. A diploma or degree and 3-5 years of purchasing experience in the manufacturing industry are required. Strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing functions from the manufacturing industry.
• Good knowledge of the local market.
• Familiarity with consumables, office supplies, and mechanical and electrical spare parts.

Responsibilities

• Source local suppliers for all local requisitions.
• Negotiate with suppliers the cost, rates, and delivery terms.
• Prepare bid analysis for approval.
• Ensure materials purchased meet specifications.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The ideal candidate is responsible for the effective sourcing and procurement of locally available materials of any kind without compromising the quality and standards, negotiates with suppliers and submit recommendations for quotation approval and perform other activities assigned.

Responsibilities

• Source local suppliers for all local requisitions.
• Reviews specification on purchase requisitions and coordinate with material requester if need further details.
• Negotiate with suppliers the cost, rates and delivery terms.
• Prepare bid analysis for approval.
• Ensure that materials purchased meet the requirements and comply with the specifications and descriptions referred to in the purchase requisitions.
• Advise on the status of delivery of purchased materials.
• Coordinate with customs clearing agent, port authorities for urgent/critical shipment clearance and related activities.
• Keeps and maintains complete records of all purchase requisitions, purchase orders, cash invoices and related documents for easy reference and retrieval of information.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years working experience in purchasing functions from manufacturing industry and good knowledge of local market.
• Familiarity with consumables, office supplies, maintenance, mechanical and electrical spare parts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.