Procurement Officer

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to be part of our team in Riyadh. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing products and suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely procurement at competitive prices and suitable quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with reliable suppliers.
• Source products and obtain competitive quotations from local and international suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, credit facilities, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure orders are delivered on time and according to agreed specifications.
• Compare supplier quotations and prepare commercial comparisons for management approval.
• Maintain an updated database of suppliers, products, prices, and commercial terms.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, products, and purchasing opportunities.
• Coordinate with sales, finance, warehouse, and management teams regarding purchasing requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance, including pricing, quality, availability, and delivery.
• Resolve purchasing and supplier-related issues professionally and efficiently.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and approved procedures.
• Support the procurement team in developing long-term supplier partnerships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and negotiating commercial terms.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of the Saudi market and local suppliers is preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Good analytical and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and purchasing activities simultaneously.
• Good command of English and Arabic.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG, food & beverage, consumer goods, electronics, or other physical products.
• Existing supplier network in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience negotiating credit/payment terms and commercial agreements.
• Experience with ERP or procurement management systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Professional and growth-oriented working environment.
• Opportunity to build relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Career development opportunities within the company.