أخصائي مشتريات خارجية

• Participates in developing, implementing and evaluating purchasing plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards from abroad.

• Performs or coordinates activities involved with purchasing goods and services such as raw material, equipment, tools, and supplies.

• Implements the product cost reduction strategy including savings, resource plans and supplier process improvements.

• Prepares instructions regarding purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly.

• Ensures the provision of goods and services that support the achievement of overall business objectives.

• Supervises the selection and ordering of materials, supplies, and services from vendors.

• Verifies and approves of purchase orders, requisitions and associated invoices for materials purchases.

• Monitors supply sources, quotations and terms, etc.

• Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.

• Communicates with supplier changes in specifications, change orders, quantities, and adjustments.

• Ensures defective parts are returned to suppliers in line with company procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Chemical or pharmaceuticals

• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience preferably in pharmaceutical industry.

• Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing procedures and practices

• Ability to effectively negotiate with vendors etc. to obtain the most cost effective prices and contract terms for goods, supplies or services.

• Excellent English, verbal / written communication

• Excellent organization and operational planning skills

• Very strong supplier negotiation skills

• Excellent computer skills

• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written.