Purchasing Officer - Local Procurement

We are looking for a talented and skilled Purchasing Officer - Local Procurement to join our multicultural and diverse team in Kuwait. The Purchasing Officer for local Items is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procurement process for all electrical, mechanical & IT equipment, components required for plant operations. This role ensures the timely acquisition of high-quality goods both from local & import suppliers as required at optimal costs, manages supplier relationships, and maintains strict compliance with procurement policies and industry standards specific to the steel manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual sourcing plan aligned with the approved business KPIs.
• Contribute to process standardization initiatives and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Formulate and execute category-specific procurement strategies.
• Manage the complete RFI / RFQ / RFP process, including offer evaluation, technical assessment, and commercial negotiations.
• Lead the end-to-end contract lifecycle management for assigned categories, from PR handling to contract / PO creation and renewals.
• Prepare and present category performance and strategy updates for senior management discussions.
• Collaborate closely with key internal functions such as Finance and Logistics to ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Handle material rejections by coordinating with suppliers and end users to develop corrective action plans.
• Proactively resolve supplier performance issues to achieve timely and effective resolution.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and applicable Kuwait laws.
• Independently manage supplier relationships, addressing inquiries and serving as the primary point of contact for supplier support.

Qualifications

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