Sr. Procurement Engineer | alfanar Electric

Job description:Job Purpose

Execute the main procurement activities including Sourcing, contracting and supplier developments in addition to Purchasing requested materials, Services, Assets, MRO and General Purchasing with right specifications, price, quality, and delivery time / right location from right source

Key Accountability Areas

• Develop suppliers to meet objectives related to cost saving, delivery performance and Materials quality.
• Execute the sourcing and contracting plans based on AED sourcing strategy
• Perform regular supplier's performance evaluations to establish suppliers development plans including development and souring related activities
• Maximize number of contracted items within the scope of work with the best approved suppliers to secure the prices, delivery, payment terms and the needed quality as well as saving purchasing cycle time.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliances in all the procurement transactions.
• Understand the detailed requirements for each purchase request (description, specifications, Quantity, UOM, Delivery Date,) with required alignment / coordination with the requester or related BU technical teams.
• Manage the execution of purchase requests through processing of RFx (RFQ,RFI,) from the identified source list (Approved / Qualified) suppliers
• Negotiate for the best purchase conditions considering the required specifications & delivery time and costs elements (lower price, best delivery date, best Inco term / payment term,..).
• Initiate the alternative materials specifications according to market materials availability with the involvement of related BU technical teams
• Compare the quotations based on the approved comparison form considering the best commercial (landed Cost) and delivery terms.
• Identification of selected supplier with the involvement of BU related technical teams / requester if required and issue the Purchase order on the System to the winner supplier based on supplier winner criteria.
• Ensure the PO will have all the required attached DMS (Quotations, communications, )
• Follow alfanar PO approval matrix to have final approved order.
• Send approved purchase orders to suppliers and follow to receive order acknowledgment
• Follow the PO delivery schedule with supplier and related department (Inbound Logistic) till materials arrival and up to closing the order by paying the money to supplier.
• Effectively contribute in procurement activities (Sourcing, Development , Evaluation , contracting..) considering the required coordination with related commodity head.
• Maintain the Vendor master information and ensure its UpToDate.
• Managing non conformity process for rejected supplied materials, lead the correct / preventive actions with the involvement of other related departments (Quality, Store , Finance,.)
• Visit suppliers for required prequalification, evaluate, develop suppliers and strengthen business partnership by coordination with related commodity head and BU quality teams

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:Training of sub-ordinates and forming a team to get the work effectively achieved.Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to subordinates in all aspects of their work.Delegate sub-ordinates in each respective assignment.Ensures fair distribution of tasks to maintain morale, motivation of subordinates.Delivery:Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.Problem-Solving:Resolve any related problems arise and escalate any complex operational issues.Quality:Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.Business Process Improvement (Effectiveness):Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seeking automations opportunities as much as possible.Compliance:Comply to related policy & procedures and work instructions.Health & Safety:Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic QualificationBachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Work Experience5 to 10 Years Technical / Functional CompetenciesWork under pressur Negotiation Project Management MS Office Teamwork Time Management Well Organized Communication Creativity Initiative Analytical thinkingProfile description:

Alfanar is a Saudi company with an international presence, primarily engaged in the manufacturing and trading of a wide variety of low, medium, and high voltage electrical products, in addition to its portfolio of conventional and renewable energy solutions, oil and gas, water treatment, infrastructure, technical services, and digital solutions.

The hub of alfanar's manufacturing operations is Medinet alfanar Alsinaiya, a 700,000 square-meter complex located in Riyadh. The complex houses an array of ultra-modern manufacturing facilities and laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and staffed with highly skilled professionals.

alfanar derives its success from its commitment to providing the highest quality standards to its customers, and the continuous development of its human capital, who alfanar considers its most valuable asset. With this in mind, alfanar promotes a proactive work environment where its employees are always valued, nurtured, and empowered to fuel their pride in being part of alfanar.

For more information about alfanar, please visit alfanar.com