Senior Purchasing Specialist

5-7 Years

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Handle procurement of indirect goods and services across different departments.
Receive and evaluate purchase requests from internal stakeholders through the ERP system.
Create and manage RFQs (Requests for Quotation) within ERP system.
Identify, source, and onboard new suppliers/service providers.
Compare quotations and prepare cost analysis to select the best offer.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions with suppliers.
Create and process Purchase Orders (POs) using ERP system and follow up on approvals.
Monitor and track orders in ERP system to ensure timely delivery and compliance with specifications.
Coordinate with internal departments (HR, Marketing, Admin, Finance, IT, etc.) to fulfill their requirements.
Resolve any issues related to suppliers, deliveries, or service quality.
Manage contracts and recurring services, ensuring adherence to agreed terms.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of suppliers, quotations, and transactions in ERP system.
Evaluate supplier performance regularly (quality, cost, delivery, service).
Prepare periodic reports on procurement activities using ERP data and reports.

Job Requirements

Experience: 5–7 years of solid experience in procurement, with a minimum of 3 years strictly dedicated to Indirect Procurement (Experience within the retail, FMCG, or textile sectors in Egypt is highly preferred).
Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
ERP Expertise: experience in Odoo ERP (Procurement/Inventory modules) is highly preferred
Analytical Power: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) for cost-benefit analyses.
Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of cash flow, payment terms (LCs, CAD, credit terms), and budgeting.

Core Competencies

Negotiation: Exceptional, proven negotiation and persuasion skills.
Agility & Agility: Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced retail environment.
Language: Fluent in Arabic and Excellent command of English (both written and spoken).