Procurement Manager Ecommerce

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager who will be responsible for the complete procurement and inventory management and developing new strategies to reduce cost and improve quality. The role ensures that the quality of goods received is as per the requirement and that the purchases are done at the best price and within the annual budget.

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Developing sound cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business.
2. Maintaining relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors.
3. Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries.
4. Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.
5. Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement.
6. Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages.
7. Supervising a purchasing team and delegating tasks across departments when necessary.
8. Working closely with the company legal department to ensure contracts and terms are favorable.
9. Inventory management planning and forecasting for replenishment & supply chain strategies.
10. ERP implementation in line with the best procurement and inventory management processes.

Requirements:

1. Knowledge of purchasing in GCC.
2. Sound knowledge of international logistics/freight forwarding & supply chain channels.
3. Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
4. Experience in Flowers Bakery Gifting FMGC Ecommerce Industries.
5. Ability to make decisions in accordance with responsibilities.
6. The incumbent works with a high degree of independence in performing his duties.
7. Required to be computer literate.
8. Must function well in a team environment and have the ability to work well under pressure.
9. A strategic thinker with commercial acumen to understand business needs and identify opportunities to support them through procurement.
10. Able to turn strategies into tactical plans which can yield better results.
11. Create and maintain accurate and detailed reports.