Procurement Specialist

Oriental Yields; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled procurement professional to manage activities for food items and packaging materials. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, maintaining quality relationships, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills, be fluent in English, and possess a keen understanding of procurement practices in the food and beverage industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for food items, packaging materials, and equipment.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with reliable suppliers to secure competitive prices.
• Review and process purchase requisitions and orders according to company procedures.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors for quality and timely deliveries.
• Coordinate with operations, finance, and warehouse teams to meet business needs.
• Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and food safety regulations.
• Maintain records of supplier contracts, price lists, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP or procurement software

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Fluent in English

Knowledge of procurement practices within the food & beverage industry

Job description

• Manage procurement activities for food items, packaging materials, and equipment.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with reliable suppliers to secure competitive prices and favorable terms.
• Review and process purchase requisitions and orders in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality and timely deliveries.
• Coordinate closely with operations, finance, and warehouse teams to meet business needs.
• Monitor market trends, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend improvements.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company standards and food safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier contracts, price lists, and delivery schedules.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP or procurement software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in English
• Knowledge of procurement practices within the food & beverage industry is highly preferred.