Senior Buyer

Accountabilities and Key Roles:

• Apply & Ensure Compliance with the procurement policies and procedures.
• Supervise the Buyers and monitor their performance.
• Monitor / track the execution of internal clients Purchase Requests to ensure processing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Prepare the RFPs/RFQs/RFIs and Supplier Bid List for complex Projects/RFPs and Non-standardized RFQs and evaluate the financial proposals .
• Negotiate with Vendors for the best deal in terms of quality, price, terms and delivery period.
• Set purchase recommendations and prepare the Purchase Orders.
• Day-to-day coordination with vendors
• Assist in reviewing countries purchase approval requests and ensure availability of decision support documents.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and documentations on all bids.
• Assist the Payables Section in resolving invoice discrepancies and variances
• Resolve claims of material/service non-conformance.
• On-the-job Training for New and Existing Buyers.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing, Industrial Engineering, Management or any related field from a recognized university.

Experience:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in procurement/ IT Procurement with international companies.

Competencies:

• Good in English and Arabic.
• Excellent negotiation /Communications skills.
• Time management
• Active learner.
• Computer skills.
• Personal Integrity.
• Ability to take good decisions within the delegated authority.