Senior Purchasing Specialist - Construction
- Alfa Medical Group
- Giza, El Omraniya, Giza Governorate, Egypt
وصف الوظيفة
Alfa Medical Group
Job Purpose
Manages the procurement process, ensuring that materials and services are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively. This role requires strong analytical skills, negotiation expertise, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
Technical Accountabilities
Supplier Research and Identification:
- Researches and identifies prospective suppliers to ensure a robust vendor pool for materials and services, meeting quality standards and delivery timelines.
- Conducts Market Research to provide insights into supplier performance and market trends, identifying suppliers that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
- Utilizes Platforms and Engages with Industry Associations to enhance the chances of finding suitable vendors quickly and access trusted recommendations, reducing the risk of selecting unreliable suppliers.
- Maintains and develops strategic relationships with existing and potential vendors to ensure long-term supply chain stability and cost efficiency
Supplier Evaluation
- Defines and provides clear criteria and a structured approach for evaluating suppliers to ensuring all relevant factors are considered in the decision-making process.
- Collects Data and Facilitate a competitive environment by gathering information on potential suppliers and incentivizing them to provide their best terms to reducing the risk of poor supplier selection and enhancing cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure Compliance and Quality by setting clear expectations for suppliers to maintain high-quality practices and adhere to necessary regulations, mitigating liability risks.
- Prepares and outlines clear and detailed proposals and terms and conditions for each procurement, providing a solid foundation for negotiations and setting clear expectations for both parties.
- Conduct Negotiations and Analyze Proposals to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery conditions, resulting in cost savings and improved contract terms that benefit the organization’s bottom line.
Compliance Assurance
- Establishes and keeps a clear framework and detailed records for procurement activities, ensuring all team members understand compliance requirements and demonstrating compliance during audits or reviews.
- Establishes Internal Controls and Conduct Audits to monitor procurement processes and assess compliance with policies and regulations.
- Ensure and Update procurement policies to remain current and aligned with legal standards, reducing the risk of non-compliance.
- Collaboration with Project Teams
- Builds strong relationships with team members across departments to enhance collaboration to improves teamwork dynamics and leading to better outcomes in procurement processes.
- Meets and organizes regular meetings with project teams to gather detailed specifications and discuss ongoing procurement needs, fostering a collaborative environment that leads to quicker decision-making and problem resolution.
- Collects Feedback and Builds Relationships with team members across departments to select suppliers that meet quality expectations, improve teamwork dynamics, and enhance procurement processes
- Minimum 5-7 years in purchasing or procurement, particularly within the construction or laboratory services sectors
- Bachelor’s degree from Faculty of Engineering, supply chain management, or a related field is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing/resource planning software
- Experience in Tendering and Contracting Process
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.