Lead (Procurement)

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Raya Foods; one of Raya's subsidiaries is hiring a Lead (Procurement)

What will you do?

• Develop and implement procurement sourcing strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and determine their suitability for the organization's needs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as department heads and project managers, to understand their requirements and develop sourcing plans accordingly.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts, as well as monitoring compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to obtain the best possible value and ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure contracts are legally sound, minimize risks, and protect the organization's interests.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier relationship enhancements.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on criteria such as quality, reliability, pricing, delivery capabilities, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct supplier assessments, including site visits, audits, and performance evaluations, to ensure suppliers meet the organization's standards and requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any contract-related issues or disputes in a timely manner.
• Foster strong relationships with key suppliers to enhance collaboration, communication, and mutual value creation.

What will you need?

• Forward thinking
• Business acumen
• Internal & external networking
• Team empowerment & development
• Customer centricity

Technical skills

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing strategies, and contract management
• Familiarity with supplier evaluation and selection processes, including supplier performance measurement and evaluation techniques
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

What is unique about Raya?

• Are you an eager learner? Raya believes in its employees, so we aim to continuously provide learning & development plans for all of our employees to ensure their personal and career development.
• Are you looking for career progression? Raya is an entity where you can grow whether horizontally or vertically as we offer internal transfer opportunities.
• Are you looking for a rewarding environment? Raya's top achievers are awarded annually with an international 5 days trip.
• Are you looking for an opportunity to give back to the community? Raya encourages their employees to give back to the community through different ongoing CSR programs and initiatives.
• Are you a foodie? Exclusive discounts for Raya employees at Raya’s Restaurants (Ovio, Jones The Grocer, The Lebanese Bakery, and Loris).