KEZAD UAE, Procurement Specialist Supply Chain

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for managing procurement activities, optimizing purchasing processes, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of materials and services for O&G related manufacturing and service provision. This role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships, and a focus on driving efficiency and compliance within the supply chain.

• Strategic Procurement Planning:
  Collaborate with all departments to assess demand, align purchasing strategies with company needs, and ensure procurement activities remain within the approved budget.
• Vendor Sourcing & Management:
  Conduct multi-vendor sourcing activities, manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and oversee procurement processes for manufacturing and maintenance supplies.
• Supplier Negotiation:
  Negotiate pricing, quality standards, delivery schedules, and other terms with suppliers to secure the best value while ensuring compliance with company standards.
• Contract & Order Management:
  Draft and review contracts in collaboration with the legal team, issue purchase orders, and verify invoices to ensure accuracy in goods and services received.
• Supply Chain Coordination:
  Track and expedite orders, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality and quantity requirements as per Purchase Order (PO) specifications.
• Legal & Compliance Alignment:
  Work closely with the company’s legal team to ensure procurement contracts comply with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Record-Keeping & Documentation:
  Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, shipments, invoices, and contract documents, ensuring timely submission to the Finance Department.
• Contractor Performance Management:
  Monitor and evaluate supplier and contractor performance, ensuring adherence to schedules, contractual obligations, and compliance with agreed-upon terms.
• Value Optimization & Risk Mitigation:
  Maximize value from procurement expenditures while ensuring continuity of supply and mitigating risks related to shortages or cost fluctuations.
• Complex Procurement Handling:
  Manage the procurement of high-value and technically complex items, conducting strategic negotiations with both local and international suppliers.
• Budgeting & Cost Control:
  Assist in the preparation of the procurement budget and actively monitor performance against budget to ensure cost efficiency.
• Dispute Resolution:
  Address and resolve disputes with suppliers related to quality, pricing, or delivery delays, handling claims and counterclaims professionally to protect TGT’s interests.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or equivalent
• 4 - 6 years of similar experience in Procurement function preferably in the Oil & Gas Industry
• Strong knowledge of supply chain and procurement functions.
• Good understanding of equipment, materials, and suppliers supporting the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience in contract management, supplier coordination, and procurement processes.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders, vendors, and suppliers.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Accurate, detail-oriented, and able to maintain proper documentation and records.
• Good personal and interpersonal skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

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