Buyer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Buyer to join our dynamic procurement team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring a diverse range of materials, components, tooling, services, and indirect goods essential to sustaining and enhancing our business operations. Your primary objective will be to secure the best overall value for the organization by collaborating with approved suppliers to ensure timely deliveries that align with operational and production demands. This position demands a keen eye for cost optimization, supplier relationship management, and strict adherence to procurement policies and procedures to drive efficiency and reliability across the supply chain.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

As a Buyer, you will be at the forefront of identifying and acquiring the resources required to meet business objectives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing Excellence: Procure direct materials, indirect goods, services, tooling, and capital equipment by leveraging market intelligence and supplier networks to identify the most suitable sources.
• RFQ Management: Develop and distribute Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to both approved and prospective suppliers, meticulously evaluating responses to recommend optimal commercial and technical solutions that balance cost, quality, and delivery.
• Purchase Order Precision: Generate and manage purchase orders within our ERP system, ensuring all specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery terms are accurately documented and aligned with business requirements.
• Expediting & Risk Mitigation: Proactively monitor open purchase orders to guarantee on-time delivery, address potential supply shortages, and implement contingency plans to minimize disruptions in the supply chain.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

Building and maintaining robust supplier relationships is critical to achieving operational excellence. Your duties will encompass:

• Supplier Development: Cultivate strong, collaborative partnerships with existing and prospective suppliers to foster reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Supplier Qualification: Participate in supplier qualification and evaluation processes to ensure adherence to our stringent procurement standards and ethical sourcing guidelines.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze supplier performance against key metrics, including delivery timeliness, quality standards, responsiveness, and overall service levels, addressing any concerns promptly and escalating persistent issues as needed.

Cost Optimization & Negotiation

Driving cost efficiency while maintaining quality is a cornerstone of this role. You will be tasked with:

• Negotiation Leadership: Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, flexible payment terms, optimized lead times, and mutually beneficial contractual agreements.
• Savings Initiatives: Identify and implement cost-saving strategies through competitive sourcing, supplier consolidation, and value engineering to enhance our bottom-line performance.
• Cost Analysis: Monitor purchase price variances and contribute to cost performance reporting, ensuring alignment with budgetary targets and financial objectives.
• Contract Management: Review, manage, and renew supplier contracts, framework agreements, and annual pricing arrangements to safeguard the organization’s interests.

Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination

Effective collaboration across departments is essential to maintaining a streamlined supply chain. Your responsibilities will include:

• Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Operations, and Finance teams to synchronize purchasing activities with inventory objectives and broader business strategies.
• Inventory Optimization: Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning to prevent stock shortages or excess, ensuring optimal inventory turnover and reduced carrying costs.
• Issue Resolution: Address invoice discrepancies, goods receipt discrepancies, and supplier-related documentation issues in a timely and professional manner to maintain operational continuity.

Compliance & Reporting

Upholding the highest standards of compliance and transparency is non-negotiable. Your role will involve:

• Policy Adherence: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, approval authorities, and ethical sourcing standards to mitigate risks and maintain corporate integrity.
• Data-Driven Reporting: Prepare comprehensive procurement reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance evaluations, savings initiatives, and purchasing trends, to inform strategic decision-making.
• Documentation Management: Maintain meticulous purchasing records, supplier databases, and procurement documentation within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Audit Support: Provide procurement records and supporting documentation during internal and external audits to demonstrate compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications & Competencies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
• Hands-on experience with ERP procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms, with a proven ability to navigate and leverage these tools for efficient order management and reporting.

Skills & Certifications

• Negotiation & Relationship Management: Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to build and sustain strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical Proficiency: Strong analytical capabilities with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for spend analysis, cost modeling, and reporting.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of direct and indirect materials procurement within manufacturing operations, including familiarity with procurement best practices and industry trends.
• Certification Advantage: Professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS) is a valuable asset and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in the field.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic is highly preferred to facilitate communication with diverse suppliers and stakeholders.

If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for procurement and a track record of delivering value through strategic sourcing and supplier management, we invite you to apply and contribute to our organization’s success.