Procurement Officer

A leading financial institution in Qatar is looking to hire a Procurement Officer to support and strengthen its procurement function.

The role will be responsible for managing strategic and operational procurement activities, from sourcing and tendering through to vendor selection, purchase orders and contract compliance. The position will also provide guidance to the procurement team and work closely with business stakeholders and suppliers to ensure efficient, transparent and cost-effective procurement.

Key Focus Areas:

• Lead sourcing, RFQ and tender activities and evaluate commercial proposals

• Manage supplier selection, negotiations and ongoing vendor performance

• Oversee purchase requests, approvals, LPOs and procurement documentation

• Monitor contracts, SLAs and supplier compliance

• Support procurement governance, risk management and process improvements

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

• Provide guidance and supervision to Buyers and Procurement Officers

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement or a related field

• 6–12 years of relevant experience, preferably in financial services

• Strong experience in procurement, sourcing and supplier/vendor management

• Good understanding of procurement governance, contracts and tendering processes

• Strong negotiation, analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and procurement/vendor management systems