Department: PURCHASING

Function: Purchasing

Legal Entity: NMEF

Location: Dubai, UAE

Level: EVP - 7

Mission & Main Objectives

Procurement of all related support and service functions and materials related to MARCOMs & General Affairs, whilst always creating a reliable economic source and cost savings.

This role requires integration of multiple stake holder needs, thus making it critical that negotiation skills and ability to work cross-functionally forms part of the skill-set of the incumbent.

Excellent oral/written communication skills; able to work successfully with diverse groups; a self-starter; ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment; strong analytical skills; capable of identifying problems and taking corrective action when necessary

Prioritization is important, strong ability to multi-task whilst being able to deal with high level cross-functionality.

Main tasks and responsibilities :

Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategiesCommodity consolidationPrice NegotiationsPricing comparisons, analysis and evaluationRe-sourcingSpend and Save AnalysisAttending all technical meetings with suppliersContinuous communication and feedback sessions with all end-usersPurchase order creation : Creation of purchase orders from purchase requisitions, following RFI/RFQ/RFP processesSourcing activities : Sourcing meetings between NMEF/NKSA/IMEA internal customersApproving and Awarding tender applications : Follow sourcing procedureSupplier Management : Supplier research; evaluation; performance managementEfficiency Improvement :Organizing of activitiesDocument creation from the various activitiesInvolved in the system conceptualization

Job Scope:

Geographical / Territory: UAE,KSA Specific, + AMIEO (ADOH scopes)

Responsible of products: Facility Services scope

People Management Responsibility: No

Country Specifics

Knowledge of regulations in GCC markets

Background & Experience

4-6 years of experience at a professional level in related fieldMin: Degree in business administration or a related fieldIdeal: Relevant Master DegreeMinimum Education: Bachelor’s degreeFluent in English , Arabic is an advantage

Specific technical skills​

Computer Skills: Extensive knowledge of MS Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Look Up, Macros), PowerPoint, Access, other PC applications, and mainframe applications as necessary.  Data sharing/visualization tools like SharePoint/Tableau a plusExcellent organizational skillsNegotiation skillsResearch and analytical skillsAttention to detailDrive cost reduction promotion to increase visibility & accessibility of dataProject Management skills

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