Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or any related field.• 6–10 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.• Proven experience in raw material procurement, preferably within plastics, polymer, masterbatch, petrochemical, or related industries.• At least 2 years in a managerial/senior procurement position with team leadership experience.• Strong experience with international suppliers and import purchasing.• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020, LC procedures, MRP, supplier qualification, and ERP procurement processes.• Strong negotiation, analytical, supplier management, and cost-control skills.• Excellent English and Arabic communication skills.
Description
• Develop and implement the annual procurement strategy and plan.• Lead international procurement of PE/PP resins, CaCO₃, chemical additives, and packaging materials.• Manage local purchasing for maintenance, HSE, factory, and office requirements.• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules with local and international suppliers.• Monitor commodity prices and identify optimal purchasing opportunities.• Manage supplier qualification, performance evaluation, and corrective actions.• Ensure uninterrupted raw material supply while optimizing inventory and procurement costs.• Manage the end-to-end PR-to-PO process through the ERP system.• Prepare and monitor procurement budgets and cost-saving initiatives.• Lead and develop the Purchasing team.