Purchasing Specialist

📍 Cairo, EgyptFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 3w ago🔄 Updated: 3w ago
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The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for managing raw materials planning, local and foreign purchasing, and purchase order management. Key duties include supplier sourcing and evaluation, cost analysis and optimization, negotiation with suppliers, and import coordination. The role requires close coordination with various departments such as Warehouse, Production, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Logistics to ensure smooth purchasing operations and material availability. Maintaining accurate purchasing data on the ERP system and preparing purchasing reports are also essential. The role involves monitoring market trends and supplier developments to support effective purchasing decisions.
Required Skills
Productivity & Workplace Tools
Excel
Information Technology
ERPSAPOracle Database
Soft Skills & Professional Competencies
Analytical SkillsNegotiationCommunicationProblem Solving
Business, Sales & Management
Cost ControlProcess Improvement
Other
supply continuity
Operations, Logistics & Supply Chain
ProcurementPurchasingSupply Chain Management
Requirements
Gender: Male is preferred.Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Commerce – English Section, or a related field.3–5 years of experience in Purchasing, with experience in both Local and Foreign Purchasing; manufacturing experience is preferred.Good understanding of import purchasing processes, shipping, and international suppliers.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle).Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.Very Good to Excellent English – written and spoken.Ability to evaluate supplier quotations and conduct effective cost comparisons.Strong follow-up and coordination skills with multiple stakeholders.Proactive mindset with a strong focus on cost optimization, process improvement, and supply continuity.
Description
Raw Materials Planning: Analyze consumption patterns, production requirements, and demand forecasts to maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent shortages.Local & Foreign Purchasing: Manage the purchasing cycle for both local and international suppliers, ensuring timely availability of raw materials, packaging materials, and other required items.Purchase Order Management: Prepare and execute Purchase Orders accurately, ensuring alignment with production plans, approved specifications, quantities, prices, and delivery schedules.Supplier Sourcing & Evaluation: Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and foreign suppliers based on quality, price, lead time, payment terms, and service level.Cost Analysis & Optimization: Evaluate supplier quotations, monitor market trends and price fluctuations, compare offers, and identify cost-saving opportunities.Negotiation: Negotiate with local and international suppliers to secure competitive prices, suitable quality, favorable payment terms, and optimal delivery conditions.Foreign Purchasing & Import Coordination: Follow up on international orders and coordinate with suppliers, logistics, and finance to ensure smooth and timely delivery.Delivery & Order Follow-up: Monitor open Purchase Orders and shipment status, follow up on delays, and ensure materials are delivered according to agreed schedules.Supply Chain Coordination: Coordinate with Warehouse, Production, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth purchasing and material availability.Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and ensure accurate and updated supplier records.Quality & Supplier Qualification: Coordinate with Quality and R&D teams to evaluate and qualify new materials and suppliers according to company standards.ERP & Reporting: Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier information, Purchase Orders, and pricing records on the ERP system and prepare purchasing reports when required.Market Research: Monitor local and international markets, supplier developments, commodity prices, and availability to support effective purchasing decisions.
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