Internal Job Title : Purchasing Assistant - Local Only
Business : Lucy Switchgear Arabia
Location : Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Job Reference No : 3943
Job Purpose
- Vendor development for localization
- Purchase direct & indirect materials as per demand
- Settle purchase rates & negotiate with suppliers
- Conduct supplier quality audits
- Handle commodities such as mechanical machined, electrical, fabricated, press, forged, casted parts of switchgear or manufacturing industry & consumables
Job Context
Ensure all rate settlements are done according to purchasing policy, develop new vendors for localization, achieve cost reduction through various methods, and improve supplier quality.
Job Dimensions
Develop vendors for direct & indirect materials based on demand, find alternative suppliers, reduce costs, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.
Key Accountabilities
Source new suppliers following QMS guidelines of LSAReview drawings and specificationsDevelop localization of commodities in KSAPerform should-cost analysis for requirementsCoordinate with internal technical stakeholders for due diligence of new suppliers / partsFloat formal enquiries in favor of LSASupport suppliers in development & passing samples per global standardsManage tool / die development and associated contracts & logsImprove supplier quality & deliveryAchieve YoY cost reductions from existing sourcesQualifications, Experience & Skills
Over 4 years of experience in purchasing or vendor development, including electrical / mechanical / consumables procurementDelivery OTIF : at least 96%Quality PPM : 250 or less for assigned commoditiesCost reduction : 3% YoY for assigned commoditiesAdherence to QMS and contract management (100%)Experience in PR to PO process to support productionExperience in working with global suppliersBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics Management, or Engineering with Supply Chain certificationExcellent negotiation, communication, and technical knowledge in electrical & mechanical materialsHands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft AXExperience in Middle East market is an advantageBehavioral Competencies
Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitudeEffective time management and multitaskingAbility to work with diverse nationalitiesSelf-motivated with initiativeHigh emotional intelligence and integrityAbout Us
Lucy Group Ltd, with origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, employs over 1,400 people worldwide, including operations in the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, South Africa, Brazil, Thailand, Malaysia, and East Africa. Lucy Electric provides medium voltage switching and protection solutions globally, supporting electrical distribution systems worldwide.
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