Specialist - Purchasing

SECTION I: JOB PURPOSE Support in the tendering and award of purchase orders and, where needed, post-award support in relation to awarded purchase orders in the cluster. SECTION II: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities: · Support cluster’s stakeholders to develop their yearly procurement plans and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. · Attend pre-tender meetings in the cluster, analyze purchasing needs and demand, track current inventory, and issue purchasing orders. · Contribute in negotiating cluster’s purchasing agreements, prepare terms and conditions, analyze purchasing scope of work and maintain records of purchasing orders and history. · Maintain and update the list of best suppliers, vendors and bidders to supply the required goods in the cluster. · Analyze received purchasing invoices and ensure accuracy. · Carry out purchasing variations and claims and resolve issues with corporate procurement and internal cluster departments. · Stay updated on industry trends and recommend cost-effective solutions by devising appropriate tender strategies. · Prepare reports to management on cluster’s purchasing activities, status, issues and enhancement plans. People Management Responsibilities: · N/A Strategic Responsibilities: · N/A SECTION III: KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Educational and Technical Qualifications: · Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration or a related field. Master's degree is a plus Language Skills: · High level of proficiency in English; working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable. Years of Experience: · A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a similar role Nature of Experience: · Experience in pre-award and post-award management. · Good knowledge of procurement regulations and industry standards · Ability to understand strategic issues and hold an overall perspective of the organization. · Strong negotiation and relationship management skills. · Strong analytical and research skills. · Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Provident Fund Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Work Location: In person