Procurement Manager

Job Description : PROCUREMENT MANAGER QATAR 4) Manage the planning and execution of simple operational procurement processes (quantity, standards, planning the introduction and phasing out of products, materials and services as identified / highlighted by the Internal customer) to increase the service levels, efficiency, purchasing contribution while optimizing processes; 5) Translate requirements of internal customers into purchase orders to ensure the timely availability of specified materials, products and/or services; 6) Advise and consult on the requirement identification and offer alternate / substitutes as and where appropriate; 7) Monitor and expedite the control of requisitions from ordering to delivery of materials, products and services to achieve shortest lead times; 8) Coordinate with Supplier Management (in conjunction with partner functions, e.g. Strategic Purchasing & Contract Management, Quality, Logistics, Finance etc.) to use the best suppliers and to guarantee an optimum supply chain; 9) Prepare, conduct / participate in negotiations /renegotiations and initiate appropriate measures so as to guarantee supplies of ad-hoc materials, products and services andformalize corresponding purchase orders / call offs 10) Ensure that all the Procurement Execution related documentation is up-to-date, current, complete and available at all times; 11) Implement alternative procurement sources to minimize stocks, replacement times, inventory levels and costs of ad-hoc supplies; 12) Ensure that business is not conducted with the black listed vendors and the list of the same is updated in coordination with the Supplier Management function at all times; 13) Ensure that the relevant policies and procedures for the department and the Procurement Execution function are followed and opportunities to optimize the same are highlighted on a regular basis; 14) Ensure operations/work processes occur in accordance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and any other standards and requirements to which compliance is required; 15) Provide recommendations on new subordinate hires and ensure the availability of all resources required to perform assigned tasks and activities; 16) Supervise subordinate staff, assign work activities, monitor performance and review results; 17) Act as a coach to subordinates, identify their training and career development, recommend training courses and follow-up on their personnel records such as timesheets, discipline, vacations, leaves and absenteeism; The Successful Applicant - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent; - Accredited Procurement / Supply chain certification is preferable. - 6 - 8 years' experience in Purchasing/Procurement; - Minimum of 3 years' experience in a managerial role. - Corporate / General Procurement, Commercial Negotiations, Procurement strategies, WCP methodology; - Strong knowledge of local and international Procurement laws and procedures; - Strong knowledge of Procurement techniques, procedures and policies; - Strong knowledge of sources of supply, market trends and pricing practices; - Strong Negotiation skills.

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