Job Title : Category Buyer

Category : Buyer / Procurement

Emrill Services LLC, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Posted Date : 12/15/2019

Job Description :

We are hiring Category buyer !!!!!!!!!!


Job Purpose

To build and maintain strategic supplier relationships while competitively and pro-actively sourcing materials, equipment and services for the company in an efficient and cost-effective manner following established policies and procedures in the processing of purchase orders. Analyze the business, spend across multiple categories and strategically source products and services using established tendering principles to generate year on year savings in line with targets


Key Accountabilities

? Complete category strategies and negotiate with suppliers with heavy emphasis on quality, delivery and cost.

? Analyse and manage spend across all business categories.

? Identify a yearly tender calendar with priority given to high spend / high risk areas.

? Float tenders to the market and manage the tender process from start to finish including writing the tender, managing relationships and clarifications, consolidating and analysing responses, undertaking commercial negotiations and evaluations, formulating and documenting recommendations and implementing contract agreements.

? Support the Asst. Procurement Manager to create and develop a long-term plan and strategy for development of key categories.

? Support the Asst. Procurement Manager with the management of rebates from suppliers which will include, but not limit to, tracking, reporting, collection, dispute resolution, etc.

? Work closely with the Stores officer to oversee and support with maintaining target inventory levels.

? Pro-active and strategic supplier relationship management.

? Supplier performance management.

? Pre-qualification of suppliers via review and validation (including due diligence) of questionnaire and supporting documentation.

? Maintaining an appropriate and suitable approved supplier list that caters for the business needs and geographical requirements.

? Identification of sourcing requirement i.e. specification, scheduling / attending site visits, supplier clarifications etc.

? Sourcing annual and reactive requirements based on the relevant material / service specifications using established procurement, analysis and comparison techniques.

? Commercial negotiations including; payment terms, price, warranty, inflation, municipality charges, permit costs, variations etc.

? PR to PO validation and conversion (in line with company policies) and processing of emergency purchase orders as necessary.

? PO management i.e. release of PO, supplier clarifications, follow up for material / services delivery etc.


? Post contract management with operations: monthly site visits, escalations, identifying / resolving issues, supplier feedback / evaluation, variations etc.

? Ensuring supplier compliance with the following; scope / specifications, contract T&C’s, applicable legislation, client requirements etc.

? Internal stakeholder management.

? Maintaining market specific knowledge: holding regular supplier meeting (existing and new), attending trade shows, doing market research, keeping up to date with technological advancements and innovations.

? Supplier accommodation / welfare audits as required.

? Enforcing and monitoring internal governance in relation to the following; delegation of authority, budget availability, confirming purchase necessity, competitive selection and robust comparison processes, ethical behaviour etc.

? Conduct procurement activity in accordance with stated ethics, CSR and other procurement and legal policies.

? To act as a role model of professional procurement practice, delivering high quality solutions to meet the needs of the organisation.

? Select and develop suppliers to achieve world-class results on quality, delivery and cost.

? Demonstrate a business mindset with sustainable results.

? Develop and implement action plans to continuously improve suppliers.



Integrated Management System (IMS) Accountabilities

? To ensure all activities (including sub-contractors) is carried out in conformance with IMS policies and procedures

? Ensuring H & S hazards and Environmental aspects are identified and managed.

? Authorization and provision of necessary resources for IMS

? Ensure training needs are identified, relevant training organised and monitor the training effectiveness

? Participate in accidents / incidents and near misses’ investigation and take corrective actions.

? Provide feedback to management on IMS performance

? To stop (or take appropriate actions) the work/activities being carried out in case of HSE violations/Unsafe acts

? Conduct H&S inspection as required

? Monitor and follow up on IMS inspections/audits/SAG Feedback

? Monitor the emergency preparedness and response plan

? Promote awareness and contribute towards Don’t Walk By / Target Zero / SAG implementation

? Ensure appropriate IMS records are maintained at sites / departments.


Role Specification

Qualification

? Bachelor Degree with English as medium of graduation.

? Relevant professional qualifications.

? Negotiation, tender and strategic sourcing experience.

Experience

? 5+ years experience in inventory management.

? At least 1-2 years UAE working experience preferred

? At least 1-2 years’ experience in the FM market preferred

Knowledge and Special Skills


? Good computer skills.

? Business wide category and spend management (across a range of categories)

? Strategic sourcing

? Writing tender documents e.g. RFI, RFP, ITT etc

? Developing and managing SLA’s and KPI mechanisms.

? Managing tender process from start to completion

? Proficiency in using ERP software.

? Must possess good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

? Persuasive contract / pricing negotiation

? Data analysis

? Composing and documenting logical and thorough recommendations

? Supplier relationship management

? Understanding of framework agreements and how to drive value from them


Job Specific Professional Competencies:

Candidates are required to possess the following competencies:


? Clear and effective communication in spoken and written English

? Computer literate with specific knowledge of MS Word & Excel

? Strong numeracy and data analysis skills

? Strong problem solving, decision making, organization and planning, leadership and analytical skills.

? Ability to handle large complex assignments and prioritise based on organization’s objectives.

? Effective report writing skills

? Capable to make logical and informed decisions

? Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills

? Arabic / Indian language skills are an added advantage in this role.

Benefits Offered : As per the UAE law