Procurement Specialist

AVK Saudi Valve Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (AVK SVMC) الشركة السعودية لصناعة الصمامات المحدودة; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Supply Chain Coordinator to manage material procurement and vendor contracts. This entry-level role requires a basic understanding of ERP/MRP systems and good English communication skills. Fresh graduates with a supply chain background or those with up to two years of experience are encouraged to apply. The company offers a dynamic environment focused on efficiency and cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of ERP / MRP systems.
• Basic understanding of INCO-terms and import/export processes.
• Fresh graduate with supply chain management background or maximum two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and plan material using MRP/MPS functionalities.
• Prepare purchase orders for direct materials.
• Follow up on order acknowledgement from suppliers.
• Manage contracts and purchase agreements with vendors.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing projects.

Skills

Understanding of ERP systems

MS Office proficiency

Good English communication

Strong teamwork

Education

Supply chain management background

Job description

Responsibilities

• Review and plan material against demand using MRP/MPS functionalities in the ERP system.
• Prepare and place purchase orders for direct materials, both finished goods and components.
• Prepare and place purchase orders for indirect materials like consumables, tools, etc.
• Follow-up on order acknowledgement from suppliers and expedite orders for early delivery.
• Ensure proper data maintenance in the ERP system (Nav).
• Liaise and follow up with vendors on material non-conformities till claim is closed.
• Manage contracts and purchase agreements with vendors ensuring the right quality specification, negotiated prices and optimum delivery time.
• Monitor supplier performance based on designed criteria ensuring best practice.
• Work against key performance indicators to enhance performance and delivery of department objectives.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing projects aimed to reduce cost and business waste.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of ERP / MRP systems (business solution systems for material requirement and capacity planning).
• Basic understanding of INCO-terms and import / export processes.
• Fresh graduate with supply chain management background or maximum two years of experience.
• Proficient in computer skills, MS Office software.
• Good English speaking and writing.
• Persistent and accountable on delegated tasks.
• Strong team player.