Specialist, Purchasing

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and manufacturing company is looking for a Procurement Specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will manage the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while negotiating with suppliers. A Bachelor's degree and 2 to 10 years of experience in procurement are required. Good communication and SAP system knowledge are essential. This role offers opportunities to enhance supply chain operations and contribute to business improvements.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of work experience in procurement.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships.
• Experience in sourcing and acquiring goods and services.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes and supplier evaluations.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods while adhering to budget constraints.
• Provide periodic reports on procurement activities.

Skills

Knowledge in Mechanical and Electrical items

Negotiating prices

Good communication and coordination skills

SAP systems or ERP system

Knowledge of procurement processes

Education

Bachelor Degree in Any relevant field

Job description

Requisition ID: 26616

Job Country: Saudi Arabia (SA)

Job City: Riyadh

Group Overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar is involved in

• Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
• Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
• Allied Engineering Services

Our Main Divisions

• alfanar electric
• alfanar Construction
• alfanar Building Systems

Job Purpose

Follow procurement process by sourcing and acquiring goods and services. Evaluating suppliers, negotiating prices, and ensuring timely delivery while adhering to budgetary constraints and quality standards. Work closely with internal teams to meet their needs, manage vendor relationships, and contribute to efficient supply chain operations.

Key Accountability Areas

• Knowledge in Mechanical and Electrical items related to maintenance and factory requirement.
• Knowledge in Electrical and Electronic Parts and Materials.
• General tools and equipment (new supply and repair).
• General Plumbing Materials (Maintenance and Factory use).
• Casting and Fabrication of Mechanical items and other related work from Maintenance and production.
• General knowledge for supply and maintenance for (Machinery and Heavy Equipment) such as: Chiller, Boiler, and other related machinery.
• General knowledge in CNC parts and maintenance.
• Knowledge in laboratory equipment and calibration for Construction, Maintenance QC and Production tools and equipment.
• Office and Furniture supply for office and site project.
• General consumable items for maintenance and production requirement.
• Responsible to handle his task independently with accurate planning and scheduling his work for day-to-day activity.
• Capable to handle the problem with recommendation solution for any issues related to work.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Have good experience and knowledge handling the general task, for maintenance department.
• Have good knowledge and experience for SAP systems or ERP system.
• knowledge of procurement processes (PR, PO, invoices).

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
• To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving

• Solve any related problems arise and elevate any complex operational issues.

Quality

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Any relevant field

Work Experience

• 2 to 5 Years
• 5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Purchasing Agreements
• Purchasing Benchmarking
• Purchasing Procedures
• Purchasing Reporting