Procurement Head

Job Description : CHIEF PURCHASE OFFICER DUBAI FOR FMCG The Chief Purchase Officer to be stationed at Dubai will be responsible for all the processes of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations. Job Description: Responsibilities: He should be responsible for all the activities related to Procurement including Strategy and Development, General and Task Management, Supply Chain Management and Accountabilities, People Management, Relationship Management and Self- Management. Maintain the strong and friendly relationship with all suppliers. Providing requisite information on arrival of goods and goods in transit / on order / availability of product on a weekly basis to enable sales departments to plan sell out of products. Work on efficiency improvement programs for the various functions within the purchase department. Manage, coach and develop a high performing team that meets agreed objectives, and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements. Set departmental objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports. Documentation delays from the supplier – influence in the form of timely follow up with the buying team for availability of documents on time, coordination with the Finance team. Monitor and ensure that staff under supervision maintain accurate procurement schedules to get the right materials on site at the right time. Ensure that the function operates in accordance with any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well being of self, staff and visitors. Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for material is met and deliveries made on time. Design, develop and implement processes and work with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives. Meet supplier and negotiate to ensure demand for materials is met. Support, encourage and develop team. Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere. Anticipates and overcomes obstacles. Makes useful links to arrive at insightful plans and solutions. Embraces personal challenge. Confident, rounded thinking. Takes ownership for team cohesion. Flexible and works well under pressure.

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