• Manage the full procurement cycle, including purchase requisition review, sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, purchase order issuance, and follow-up.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to validate procurement requirements, technical specifications, and delivery timelines.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, analyze technical and financial proposals, and support vendor negotiations to achieve optimal pricing and terms.
• Issue purchase orders (POs) in line with approved budgets, procurement policies, and delegation of authority.
• Monitor and follow up on PO status, deliveries, and goods receipt, ensuring compliance with quality standards and agreed timelines.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including PRs, POs, contracts, invoices, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Act as the data owner for procurement documentation, ensuring proper archiving in line with organizational standards.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Operations, and other departments to ensure smooth procurement execution and compliance.
• Support vendor onboarding, evaluation, performance tracking, and quarterly supplier reviews.
• Identify and resolve operational procurement issues, such as delivery delays, damaged goods, or non-conformities.
• Ensure procurement activities are conducted in accordance with internal policies, governance requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and enhance the approved supplier database, continuously evaluating supplier performance and identifying alternative sources.
• Process purchase requisitions for both local and international trade, coordinating with freight forwarders and customs brokers as needed.
• Support cost reduction and efficiency initiatives, including price benchmarking, spend analysis, and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned, supporting operational and strategic procurement objectives.