Procurement Manager

Job description

Job Description and Job Summary: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for planning, directing, including vendor selection, vendor contracts and warehouse management. This will be achieved by developing effective strategies, plans, policies, procedures and standards that ensure the availability of all consultations, contracts and material requirements for all projects as needed, within agreed project budgets and expected standards. The role will support the aggressive growth and expansion of the the employer in line with the company's overall strategic objectives. The role will include: Managing all RFPs and tendering processes on behalf of Rittal Group Designing and implementing standard terms and conditions relating to all procurement activities, be it professional services, contractors and materials Designing and implementing clear, commercial vendor contracts ensuring that all parties' obligations, rights and rewards are clearly defined within the 'trilemma' application, balancing cost, time and quality options so that all contractors and materials have the best possible outcome for a given budget. Deliver materials, so that all projects have the required materials on site as required to support contractor delivery schedules. Execute any change orders associated with any contractor associated with an existing project, so that the change is a valid claim and within the terms of existing contracts. This will be achieved proactively by: Working with all managers to ensure their needs are understood and that the Supply Chain Manager is viewed as a supportive internal business partner. Work with Operations to ensure all projects are fully supported with required professional services, contractors, materials and other related inputs Relevant to the project that is delivered on time, to expected standards, and at acceptable levels of profitability. On time, within budget and expected quality standards. Work with the New Product Manager, to determine the benefits of the new material/product supply chain and design required contracts and supply chain requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Articulate the employer's mission, vision and objectives within the Procurement function, to align all Procurement activities with the requirements of the overall business plan. Proactively addresses strategic sourcing needs for the employer by reviewing material requirements for various projects, and developing strategic sourcing policies for these items. Oversee and review the development and monitoring of the Procurement function's annual plan, budget and resources to ensure alignment with the overall RETAIL strategy. y Design and supervise the development of policies, procedures and processes required within the Supply Chain Manager. Proactively manage various aspects of the procurement function to ensure these services are provided in a professional and timely manner in line with corporate procurement strategy, policies and procedures. Communicates with all managers to ensure the smooth flow of information, provide support and ensure timely delivery of all contracted services or materials for both new and existing projects. Supervises and controls the complete purchasing cycle from defining requirements to receiving and distributing goods and services. Leads the development and implementation of innovative sourcing strategies and programs to meet current and future material/service requirements of retail operations by applying advanced knowledge of sourcing chain principles For sourcing, negotiation strategies and vendor relationship management. Develop a strong vendor base and enter into purchasing agreements with vendors to supply the employer's needs based on individual project requirements: Pre-qualify and develop a list of preferred/approved vendors for various key materials and services across different geographies, in consultation with relevant vendors and in coordination with all Operations Department Managers, and coordinate with all relevant managers during the preferred/approved vendor period. The first development, in order to benefit from their experience with the supplier in question. Collect and share supplier qualifications and performance information from/within respective projects for preference and future consideration. Develop procurement sourcing strategies for various types of supplies/materials that include large volume materials and systems, and monitor companies' commitment to developing strategies. Establish and manage strong business relationships with all subcontractors and suppliers. Review consolidation of demand for key materials, where possible, (e.g. steel, cement, concrete, etc.) to increase negotiation power and reduce costs. (Economies of scale), and coordinates with relevant companies supplier grants and material deliveries. Participates with Operations Managers in technical and commercial evaluation, negotiations and selection of contractors and vendors, as appropriate, reviews minimum and maximum levels of stocked materials and determines reorder point for standard and critical materials. - Clarifying and developing warehouse management policy and procedures. Managing the warehouse and its activity and ensuring the smoothness and control of operations in the warehouses. Submitting the required reports for purchasing, contracts and warehouse management to the administration. He provides Directs, supports, leads and manages the Supply Chain Manager Manages functions and employees to ensure the effective and efficient flow of work and ensures that all employees are aware of their essential roles in their jobs to achieve the employer's overall organizational objectives Directs all sourcing and procurement related activities including vendor identification, vendor quality certification and price negotiations Leads the negotiation of prices and contract terms and conditions to minimize potential risks and maximize discounts on purchased materials and parts, thus increasing marginal profits Negotiates payment terms and discounts with key suppliers to secure the most advantageous price and service performance Reviews and approves bid documents with respect to pricing Including instructions, conditions, general and special requirements, measurements, bills of quantities, specifications and drawings. Becomes directly involved in direct purchasing when values (or volumes) are dictated according to the levels of delegation of authority defined within the delegation matrix. Supervises the process of receiving and monitoring inventory to confirm compliance with department policies and procedures. Conduct annual performance evaluation to review employees' performance, conduct disciplinary meetings when needed, and recommend salary adjustments, bonuses, and promotions based on the employee's performance result. Employees adhere to company guidelines, policies and procedures. Ensuring the effective performance of departments by selecting, developing, deploying and motivating competent employees. Reports and submit consolidated statistical and analytical reports to the Director General on the performance of departments. Participate in recruiting management positions. Communicate and discuss job-specific guidelines and procedures with employees' employees Ensuring responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities are defined and understood As a member of the the employer management team, active participation in relevant operational and executive meetings is expected. Carrying out other tasks assigned by the CEO or Operations Managers from time to time

Requirements

• Business thinking
• Strategic planning
• leadership
• Risk analysis and management
• Supply chain management qualifications
• project management
• Active listening skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent verbal and written skills (fluent in Arabic
• good ability in English) Teamwork
• results management
• Negotiation and interactive communication, decision making
• Cooperation in ownership
• Dealing with pressure
• time management
• self-motivation
• Khobar, SA

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