Senior Buyer

MBC group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization based in Riyadh is seeking an experienced procurement specialist to develop and implement sourcing strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role is critical in achieving both short and long-term savings targets while fostering relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement of technical categories.
• Passionate about delivering results.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies to achieve savings targets.
• Evaluate submitted quotations based on objective criteria.
• Negotiate contract terms with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Relationship management

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop, advocate and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for key spend areas to achieve short and long term savings targets.
• Evaluate submitted quotations on the basis of objective criteria using any agreed weightings and scoring process.
• Negotiate with suppliers to agree contract terms and relationships that will achieve the interests of the organization.
• Evaluate the financial, commercial and technical capabilities of potential suppliers.
• Identify the non-conformance of supplier performance and take necessary steps to rectify the same.
• Develop, maintain and improve relationships with internal stakeholders to promote effective procurement.
• Conduct risk analysis on high spend commodities and suppliers; identify the opportunities for mitigation of such risks and carry out necessary steps.
• Assist or help in co-ordination of all post order activities on need basis until the material received in safe condition at the site and till the supplier gets paid.
• Ensure compliance with the organization’s procedures that cover the Procurement process
• Support your colleagues in the execution of projects when required.
• Prepare and submit the various suits of reports to your Line Manager on weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.

Qualifications

• 5+years experience in procurement of technical categories
• Passionate about delivering results.
• Analytical and Planning skills.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiations skills.
• Ability to follow directives and procedures, along with ensuring compliance.
• Proven decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Written and Verbal communication skills.
• Relationship management with internal and external stakeholders.