Buyer Procurement

Job Description

Generate request for quotations through demand from the daily requisition worksheet (R.W.S)<br /> Carry out a full technical and commercial evaluation on quotations received from vendors to ensure full compliance to company Specifications / Drawings<br /> Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers, service providers to ensure the best costs are achieved.<br /> Working with the Supply Chain Manager source new vendors/service providers when the requested materials/service are not available with any vendor from approved vendors list or if their technical or commercial terms are out with that of company. <br /> Working with QHSE team monitor suppliers performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements.<br /> Build strong relationships with key critical supply partners to ensure minimal disruption to company projects/ operations requirements and ensure there is good transparent flow of communication.<br /> Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues.<br /> Working with the Supply Chain Manager review framework agreements periodically. <br /> Manage all commercially sensitive vendor information ensuring that information held is up to date and accurate within the system.<br /> Meet with key supply partners to review performance metrics, to provide performance feedback, or to discuss production forecasts or changes.<br /> Keep abreast of current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products.<br /> Ensure copies of Quotes / POs / Confirmation of Orders are placed in the correct files to allow retrieval of quotes / prices / POs for checks & audits as required.<br /> Understanding of engineering, mechanical, electrical, and structural material.<br /> A broad understanding of certification required from suppliers when requesting quotes/raising POs.<br /> Deliver on savings and to have these reordered against job numbers to enable verification of savings.<br /> Be assigned as a dedicated buyer for specific projects as assigned by the Group Supply Chain Manager as and when the business needs.<br /> Attend all trade events on behalf of COMPANY with respect to scope of work.<br /> Any other duties that may be required with regards to Purchasing Department functions.<br /><br /><br />Requirements<b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCE:</b><br /><br /><b>Minimum 5 years of UAE working experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain<br /></b> Experience within the oil and gas, energy industries in UAE/ Middle East or Engineering based environment<br /> <b>Working with senior level staff<br /></b> Hands on experience with<b>Material Requirements Planning or Enterprise Resource Planning Software<br /> </b> Experience of working with Microsoft Dynamics Nav<br /> Proficient with<b>Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook<br /></b> Intermediate to advanced experience with<b>contract terms and conditions<br /></b> Proven track record in<b>negotiation achievement and cost reductions</b><br /> Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors)<br /> Excellent communication skills in English (both written and verbal)<br /> Strong negotiation and influencing skills.<br /> Able to add value, reduce costs and input to business improvements.<br /> Excellent Supplier Relationship Management Skills<br />

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