Purchasing Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly skilled Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations. The role involves developing strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating contracts with suppliers, and ensuring ethical purchasing practices. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to optimize purchasing processes and make a significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical skills to understand market dynamics.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives and policies.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance

Job description

Job Location

JEDDAH JAMEEL SQUARE OFFICE

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement operations. This role will be instrumental in optimizing our purchasing processes, securing favorable commercial agreements, and ensuring the efficient and ethical acquisition of goods and services to support our business objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives and policies to achieve cost savings and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Lead the negotiation of commercial agreements and contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Conduct competitive bids and analyze proposals to select the best suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to payment, utilizing platforms like Coupa.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and managing performance.
• Utilize Analytics Insights and Purchases Business Intelligence to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement within the procurement function.
• Ensure strict adherence to Anti-Bribery policies and uphold the highest ethical standards in all purchasing activities.
• Conduct Control Self Assessments to identify and mitigate risks within the procurement process.
• Drive Cash Acceleration initiatives through effective payment terms negotiation and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with Information Security protocols and data protection policies in all procurement-related activities.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills to understand market dynamics to integrate insights into strategies
• Strategic thinking to develop long-term sourcing plans
• Strong understanding of financial principles, particularly related to Cash Acceleration.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship building capabilities/interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-function team and complex structure

About Procter & Gamble

For over 180 years, P&G has created some of the world's most successful brands, including Ariel®, Tide®, Pantene®, Pampers®, and Gillette®. We believe in serving the consumer and ensuring our organization, talent and brand building reflects the diversity and needs of the approximate 5 billion people around the world we serve through our brands. We value leadership as well as mastery and offer fulfilling career opportunities that make us an unbeatable force in our industry.

Just so you know

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Our people are all equally talented in unique ways: we come from diverse traditions, personal experiences and points of view. And we want to include yours. Are you ready to inspire us with your unique ideas.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000143020

Job Segmentation

Entry Level