Purchasing Specialist
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About the Role
Bin Shehab Company seeks a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement, source suppliers, negotiate terms, and ensure timely material availability. Requires a Diploma or Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related field, 2-5 years procurement experience, and ERP proficiency.
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Responsibilities
- Manage the end to end procurement process from requisition to delivery
- Source, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
- Issue and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on time delivery
- Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, and Operations departments to support business requirements
- Monitor inventory levels and support demand planning activities
- Analyze purchasing data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
- Maintain accurate supplier and item master data within ERP systems
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures
- Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
- 2–5 years of experience in Procurement or Purchasing
- Good command of English language
- Experience in heavy equipment spare parts highly preferred
- Experience with part numbers and cross reference alternatives is an advantage
- Professional certifications such as CPP or CSCP are a plus
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Overview
- We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement activities, source suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, and ensure the timely availability of materials while maintaining quality standards and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end to end procurement process from requisition to delivery.
- Source, evaluate, and develop suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
- Issue and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on time delivery.
- Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, and Operations departments to support business requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels and support demand planning activities.
- Analyze purchasing data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
- Maintain accurate supplier and item master data within ERP systems.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
- Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in Procurement or Purchasing.
- Experience in heavy equipment spare parts is highly preferred.
- Experience with part numbers and cross reference alternatives is an advantage.
- Professional certifications such as CPP or CSCP are a plus.
- Good command of English language.
Skills
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical and problem solving abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Key Performance Indicators
- Achieve annual cost savings targets.
- Maintain OTIF (On Time In Full) delivery performance.
- Ensure high purchase order accuracy.
- Support inventory availability targets.
- Contribute to supplier performance improvement initiatives.
Job Details
- Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Department: Supply Chain
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