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Job Detail:
| Date | 11/11/2025 |
| Sector | Manufacturing |
| Functional Area | Purchasing |
| Nationality | Any |
| Years of Experience | 2-5 Years |
| Experience Level | Middle |
| Education requirement | Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. |
| Certificates Required | |
| Languages | English – Arabic |
| Joining Date | Immediately |
Job Purpose:
The Purchasing Officer is responsible for sourcing equipment, goods, and services and managing the end-to-end procurement process. This role focuses on maintaining optimal inventory levels, negotiating with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness, and ensuring all materials (such as resins and packaging) arrive on time to meet production schedules.
Key Responsibilities:
- PO Management: Process Purchase Requisitions (PRs) into Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure timely approval and dispatch to suppliers.
- Supplier Relations: Maintain and update the list of approved suppliers (e.g., SABIC, Engel). Build strong relationships to ensure reliable service.
- Negotiation: Negotiate prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules to achieve the best value for the company without compromising quality.
- Tracking & Logistics: Monitor open POs and coordinate with logistics to track shipments. Ensure drivers are directed to the correct offloading areas.
- Documentation: Ensure all invoices, packing lists, and certificates are accurate and shared with the Finance department for timely payment.
- System Maintenance: Update and maintain the ERP system (ensuring “all labels” and “PO references” are correctly recorded).
- Quality Coordination: Work with the warehouse and quality teams to resolve issues with “received but not yet inspected” items or rejected materials.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experience: 2–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the plastic or packaging industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP software ( Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
- Negotiation: Proven ability to handle price increase disputes and negotiate MOQs (Minimum Order Quantities).
- Communication: Strong professional English writing skills for corresponding with international suppliers.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPI | Description |
Cost Savings | Percentage reduction in procurement costs through negotiation. |
Lead Time | Average time from PR creation to material arrival. |
Supplier Performance | Measuring on-time delivery and material quality. |
PO Accuracy | Percentage of POs processed without errors in quantity or pricing. |
Common Tools Used
- ERP Systems (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
- Communication Tools (Microsoft Outlook, Teams)
- Data Analysis (Excel)

