Procurement Manager
GULF CONSOLIDATE CONTRACTORS CO. (G.C.C)
Total years of experience :23 years, 10 Months
Managing the company procurement activities, also providing leadership for the purchasing department and motivating staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency, making sure that the purchasing department works within all of the company operational procedures.
Control of the material flow during the whole project execution in close collaboration with project management & lead engineers, Preparation of material classes according to material specifications, e.g. valve data sheets, as well as of material take-offs, preparation of the required requisition documents and of technical bid comparison, checking of vendor documentation and inspection procedures, coordinating with client to ensure client material flow.
A total control of all types of materials pertaining to the construction of Projects, coordinate with procurement department, logistic team, expediters, suppliers and vendors for timely deliveries, Control of Shipping Schedule based on shipping advises for all the material procured, Control housekeeping in the warehouse and yard to ensure materials are stored in an organized manner creating a safe working environment, Supervise unloading and receiving inspections, store all packages in the designated area, Inspection as per Specifications & standards (ASME & ASTM, API, BS etc) quantity and quality check, by checking store reports (Overage / Shortage/Damage (OSD), Material Received Reports (MRR), Shipping invoices, Material / test Certificates, purchase order copies, packing list, MRR, MIV, MSDS and all other documents pertaining to in and out materials.
Duties:
1. Managing a team of professional buyers.
2. Responsible for Order Placement Timing, Supply /
Demand Alignment, Material Replenishment and Supplier Performance.
3. Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving supplier performance.
4. Sourcing the most affordable materials for the company manufacturing process.
5. Projecting stock levels.
6. Reviewing tenders and bids.
7. Controlling the purchasing budget.
8. Monitoring delivery times to ensure they are on time.
9. Ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.
10. Delivering cost savings for the company.
11. Managing the procurement supplier relationships for the company.
12. Helping to source alternative items for buyers and customers.
13. Developing sourcing strategies.
14. Managing commodity cost initiatives.
15. Preparing high quality tender documentation.
16. Regularly contacting suppliers to re-negotiate prices.
17. Resolving disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
18. Keeping all supplier programs current and accurate.
19. Delegating projects and tasks to junior staff.
20. Promoting best practice across the company.
21. Involved in writing up contracts and the terms of sales.
22. Developing relationships with distributors.
23. Working to create and promote a safe working environment.
24. Involved in selling off excess, damaged and inventory and stock.
25. Overseeing staff training.
Competencies:
A-Establishing effective operating policies, lean initiatives and processes.
B-Comprehensive understanding & experience of purchasing strategies and also inventory management.
C-Regularly achieving cost saving targets.
D-Resourceful and well organized.
E-Extensive knowledge of purchase order systems and related software.
F-Deep understanding of the principles of vendor management.
G-Ability to manage multiple priorities.
H-Excellent analytical, critical thinking and strategic skills.
Managing a procurement group of contracting buyers, responsible for business operations of the procurement division; branch & section by reviewing procurement contracts, purchase requisitions and creating request for proposals for goods and services, Monitors excess and obsolete costs; Perform some logistics functions such as a warehouse distribution center, receiving, storage and issue and inventory to determine the status of products in relation to cost.
Coordinate activities of personnel engaged in contract negotiation, buying and selling of equipment materials and services. Conducts interviews and hires staff and monitors staff training programs. Approves vendor relationships & suspend those relationships if vendors are overpricing or conducting unfair negotiations. Develop contract instructions for terms of sale and develop policies and procedures for procurement clerks.
Business Administration