Senior Purchasing Specialist
Azadea Group LLC
Total years of experience :11 years, 6 Months
Supports corporate and divisional objectives (both Fashion & Food & Beverages) by implementing sourcing strategies and give recommendations on items/services for procurement while maintaining the company's competitive edge
Gathers and summarizes data to prepare routine reports, schedules, proposals, summaries and letters
Develops a consolidated supplier base and analyze it to meet current and future commodity needs and maintain mutually beneficial long-term partnerships with suppliers.
Supervises and follow up on Junior Procurement Specialist end-of-month closing task
Oversees and negotiates various contracts on maintenance, cleaning & services under the supervision of the Procurement Manager
Validates various maintenance & service contracts for both Fashion and Food & Beverages shops.
Performed LOGCAP IV daily procurement buying activities of engineered equipment and more complicated materials and supplies. Specializes in purchasing HVAC, Generator & Spares, Vehicle Spares, Construction/Building Materials, Fire & Safety items, DFAC, MWR items, Gen Tools & supplies and more.
Manages the entire supply chain for the assigned commodities including selection of suitable suppliers, negotiations to ensure best-in-class pricing, summary of procurement recommendation, supplier follow up and assisting Clients request for information on pricing.
Negotiates and settle with suppliers regarding late deliveries, damage claims, rejection, losses, return of material and cancellations.
Provides guidance and information to requestor that includes communication of procurement actions and assist with special or complex requirements.
Maintains procedures to assure follow-up and administration of Purchase Order.