Procurement Assistant

Sumitomo Electric; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Procurement Assistant in Al Khobar, where you'll play a vital role in negotiating purchases and managing supplier relationships. This position offers the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment, ensuring that all procurement processes meet specifications and timelines. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and collaborating with team members, all while upholding confidentiality and security in your work. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a knack for negotiation and a passion for procurement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields and 0-3 years of experience required.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate purchases ensuring specifications and delivery times are met.
• Maintain data on suppliers and perform customs clearance procedures.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality Handling

English Language Skills

Arabic Language Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SABER System

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

J-Power Systems Saudi Co., Ltd, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is looking for a full-time Saudi Nationality Procurement Assistant position who will be working in our corporate office in Al Khobar. This person will be reporting into the Procurement Manager.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Negotiate the purchase of material, equipment, and other services ensuring that these meet specifications and can be delivered at the correct time and at the most favorable prices.
• Monitor the purchase requisition, purchase orders, pricing records, and purchasing arrangements.
• Maintain up-to-date lists and information of contractors, suppliers, and vendors on pricing arrangements, delivery times, qualifications, and product range.
• Maintain data on sources of supply, prices, and quantities of items purchased for management information.
• Perform customs clearance procedures for purchasing items using SABER system.
• Perform contract administration related to procurement.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate relevant information to direct leader.
• Uphold the security and confidentiality of documents and data within area of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, supply chain management, or related fields.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with SABER system.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English (professional level) and Arabic (native level).
• Ability to work on PC.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good attention to detail with high degree of accuracy.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary: SAR 7,000 – 8,400 per month.