•Maintain positive and efficient supplier relations
•Research and evaluate prospective suppliers
•Evaluate supply options and review available records
•Plan for the timely purchase of products, services and supplies according to the company’s needs
•Receive all purchasing needs and requests from the different departments of the company
•Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations
•Execute all local and foreign purchasing transactions related to the technical, operational and administrative side of the business while enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures
•Handle the logistics operations related to the import and export of products
•Negotiate purchase terms and conditions with suppliers to optimize the transactions
•Follow up on orders and ensure timely delivery
•Issue and maintain accurate purchase records and reports including cost analysis, tracking of the purchasing operation and supplier information
•Create and follow key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
•Report regularly to supervisor on execution challenges, supplier’s service, market indicators, etc