Main Tasks
1. Assist in the procurement process from receiving the purchase requisitions to obtaining quotations to negotiating the best deal for pricing and quality of the products to issuing purchase orders.
2. Conduct sourcing activities in accordance with established policies and procedures.
3. Undertake, complete, and assist in specific procurement projects and provide ongoing monitoring
4. Successful negotiation with new and existing suppliers resulting in economic savings and increased service levels. Maintain good relationships with suppliers
5. Review and analyze suppliers’ prices
6. Maintain an updated list of the approved suppliers
7. Assist staff with queries and problems with procurement systems and processes, and address/resolve any non-compliance issues
8. Monitor spending and build a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs.
9. Identify, mitigate and escalate procurement risks to enable the organization to meet its obligations and maximize business opportunities
10. Maintain and update procurement records and generate reports on procurement and contract activity to meet organizational compliance requirements and provide access to procurement information
11. Manage any cash-related duties till closure.
12. Must understand, comply and enforce all Takween Environmental, Safety, and Health policies and applicable government regulations
13. Perform other related duties and department support, when required.
Education & Experience
• Minimum Diploma Degree in supply chain management, economics, finance, operations, engineering, or a related area
• 3 years of experience in procurement
SKILLS
• Knowledge of Spare parts, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policies, and systems
• Good negotiation skills; good knowledge of suppliers
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data
• SAP Proficiency
• Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to analyze data and trends
• Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment
• Exposed to different cultures and working environments
• Alexandria resident