Ref: SP351-70

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

On a behalf of high-profile client, we are looking for outstanding Procurement Manager to hire urgently, it is preferable to have work experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC.

Our client is seeking a Procurement Manager to be responsible for sourcing and company-wide commitments for direct packaging materials,

Management/Technical
• Drive direct and indirect cost savings through the deployment of procurement best practices
• Deploy procurement best practices across spend areas
• Develop recommendations regarding procurement strategies to support the Company's overall goals and objectives
• Develop and implement standards and systems for streamlining procurement processes for all procurement activities
• Lead institutionalization of the MRP processes and system in SAP
• Ensure data integrity and completeness in all purchasing-related applications
• Cross-functionally manage inventory levels and product obsolescence through best practices (VMI, etc.) and enhanced processes
• Work in conjunction with marketing, engineering, creative and R&D, and suppliers in the development and costing of finished goods
Supplier Relations
• Work in close collaboration with Planning, QA, and R&D in the development, costing, and compliance auditing of raw material or packaging products
• Implement best practices programs such as supplier involvement in NPD, VMI, Index based contracts, etc
• Ensure all suppliers adhere to Russell Stover Candies defined product standards and specifications to support consistency, quality, and cost efficiency
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers on behalf of Russell Stover covering yearly or multiple years of supply, with pricing parameters based on volume and component (matrix) pricing
Planning
• Ensure integrity of all MRP-related inputs, outputs, and processes
• Establish yearly material needs as part of the budgeting process
• Monthly and quarterly reassess material needs based on usage, sales forecast, and production plans
Leadership
• Develop a continuous learning organization that is positioned to support the current and future growth of the Company
• Provide coaching and mentoring of individuals in their technical development, change management, negotiations, communication, and cross-functional management
• Develop clear and relevant individual and team objectives that support the overall corporate strategy
• Lead procurement participation in the cross-functional product development process. Add value by bringing innovative ideas to the business

Requirements

• Strong ERP systems knowledge required (preferably SAP). High degree of knowledge in Material Requirements Planning: systems design and usage
• Strong business acumen
• Proven Project Management skills: Must be highly organized, attentive to detail, and able to handle multiple projects
• Ability to analyze, develop and implement key cost savings initiatives throughout all commodity lines, co-manufactured products, fixed assets, and service providers
• Proven leadership abilities
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
• 5-10 years’ experience as a Purchasing/Procurement/Sourcing professional, with an emphasis in raw materials packaging

About the Company

Talent Search Group is a staffing and recruiting firm dedicated to providing viable talent in various professions. Our primary mission is to carefully determine client staffing inefficiencies and offer hiring solutions that directly correlate to long term goals.

Talent Search Group was founded on core values such as Dependability, Integrity, and Timeliness. We take pride in the delivery of quality talent acquisition solutions to our clients. Our process is individualized. We assess both our clients and prospective candidates in order to ensure compatibility. We focus on cultivating professional relationships, networking, and attention to detail, which has greatly contributed to our success.

Our strategy is simply to solve the problem of our clients- and while that may sound like a gross oversimplification, the truth is setting that goal from the start has guided us on the path to delivering just that. The professions we currently represent are Executive Search, Management Consulting And Risk Advisory sector, Banking & Financial Services , Finance & Accounting, IT and Telecom, Aviation and Hospitality, Marketing, Retail and Sales, Education And Training Industry, FMCG / Manufacturing Industry, Legal, Mining, Oil And Gas Industry, Engineering & Manufacturing, Insurance, Procurement & Supply Chain, Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure Industry and Human Resources.

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Procurement Manager salaries in Saudi Arabia

Average monthly compensation
SAR 17,000

Breakdown available for industries, cities and years of experience