Procurement Coordinator

Job description / Role

We are seeking a Procurement Coordinator to carry out the purchasing activity for Lafarge, a leader in building materials. You would be required to meet the procurement requirements of different departments at competitive prices and within a stipulated time. This role would be based in Kuwait.

Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for Order Placement Timing, Supply / Demand Alignment, Material Replenishment as per the business needs and urgency.
- Follow in letter and spirit the Lafarge Code of Conduct and ethics. Comply with all the internal control standards, policies and procedures.
- Availability of raw materials on daily basis is extremely critical to the company's core business of concrete. To co-ordinate with the Production Manager and Plant
- Supervisors to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials in the plants.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance team for requirements of spare parts, consumables, lubricants, tyres, load, fork-lift, suspension brakes amongst others.
- Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving supplier performance. Reduce cash purchases to the bare minimum.
- Sourcing the most affordable materials for the company's manufacturing and maintenance activities. Regularly contacting suppliers to renegotiate better prices and terms.
- Projecting stock levels. In particular to identify minimum and maximum levels for critical parts.
- Reviewing and analyzing bids / quotes and finalizing requirements in consultation with the line manager/s.
- Controlling the purchasing budget.
- Monitoring delivery times to ensure delivery of items on time.
- Ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.
- Delivering cost savings for the company.
- Managing the procurement supplier relationships for the company.
- Developing sourcing strategies.
- Maintaining proper records and documentation.
- Promoting best practices across the company in line with Lafarge Group policies and procedures.
- Working to create and promote a safe working environment. Adhere to Lafarge health and safety guidelines.
- Generate periodical reports as prescribed by the management from time to time.

Requirements

- 3-7 years of experience
- Proficiency in English and working knowledge of Arabic is a must
- Computer proficiency is required. Must have experience of working in an ERP environment. Proficiency in any software such as JD Edwards is a must
- Any educational qualification. However, technical knowledge is a must
- Candidates from Ready-mix, Heavy-Industry, Oil & Gas sector are preferred

About the Company

Cielo is the world's leading strategic Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) partner, dedicated to ensuring our clients attract and hire better talent faster, all while providing a world-class candidate experience. Many RPO providers think more like outsourcers than recruiters, but we immerse ourselves in your industry, brand and values, and are accountable for driving real business results. Or, as we like to say, WE BECOME YOU.