Mselect is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager for one of it's clients in the Trade and Logistic Solutions Sector in Basra. The Ideal candidate must have minimum of 3 years of Experience along with fluency in English and Arabic.
Job Responsibilities:
- forecast levels of demand for services and products;
- keep a constant check on stock levels;
- conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality;
- liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers;
- build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers;
- negotiate and agree contracts, monitoring the quality of service provided;
- process payments and invoices;
- keep contract files and use them as reference for the future;
- forecast price trends and their impact on future activities;
- give presentations about market analysis and possible growth;
- develop a purchasing strategy;
- produce reports and statistics using computer software;
- evaluate bids and make recommendations, based on commercial and technical factors;
- ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives;
- attend meetings and trade conferences;
- train and supervise the work of other members of staff.
