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Job description / Role
Core Responsibilities:
Maintain a variety of purchase agreements with vendors of travel, accommodation, IT consumables and other specialty needs.
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
Direct and coordinate activities of staff engaged in buying materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
Manage all logistical and shipment related activities for both domestic and international procurements.
Maintain a variety of records for merchandise ordered and received.
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials.
Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
Resolve vendor grievances, and claims against suppliers.
Ensure contact suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.
Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
Conduct continuous research to locate new potential suppliers and stay abreast of new products and market trends.
Plan, monitor, coordinate and evaluate company's purchasing activities and expenses as specified by the Manager.
Requirements
Qualification & Experience:
Bachelors degree or equivalent technical degree in related field with a minimum of 5 to 7 years experience.
Proficiency in Oracle (ERP).
CIPS Certificate will be a Preference.
Experience dealing with hospitality & construction related procurements is added value.
About the Company
Omran is the Government of Oman’s tourism development and investment arm. It was established in 2005 with a mandate to develop the infrastructure and facilities required to expand the country’s existing tourism industry. This is in support of the Government’s plan to develop tourism as a major national industry by 2020.
Omran aims to capitalise on the unrivalled natural scenery, the year-round sunshine, and the rich heritage of Oman in order to diversify the economy and offer new opportunities to the Omani people. In doing so, Omran helps to promote Oman as a unique Middle Eastern destination.