Senior Procurement Officer

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The Procurement Senior Officer manages the procurement lifecycle with greater autonomy, from sourcing and vendor negotiations to contract execution and compliance monitoring. The role ensures timely, cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services, strengthens supplier partnerships and drives process improvements. As a senior member of the procurement team, this role provides guidance to junior officers and supports strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, transparency and cost optimisation across Floward’s supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

Lead RFQ creation, bid evaluations and vendor selection processes.

Negotiate pricing, payment terms and service‑level agreements to secure best value.

Contribute to procurement planning by analysing demand forecasts and aligning sourcing strategies.

Prepare and release purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.

Monitor end‑to‑end procurement transactions, including delivery tracking and invoice reconciliation.

Ensure proper documentation and ERP system updates for audit and compliance readiness.

Manage relationships with key vendors to ensure performance, reliability and responsiveness.

Conduct supplier evaluations, performance reviews and corrective action plans where needed.

Identify and develop alternative suppliers to mitigate risks and strengthen supply resilience.

Conduct benchmarking and market research to identify cost‑saving opportunities.

Recommend and implement enhancements to procurement processes, systems and reporting.

Stay updated on market shifts, materials availability and pricing trends impacting procurement.

Provide guidance to Procurement Officers and assist in resolving escalated supplier issues.

Collaborate with Finance, Operations and other stakeholders to align procurement with business needs.

Contribute to cross‑functional projects aimed at optimizing supply chain performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field.

5–7 years of procurement / sourcing experience, preferably in a multinational or retail / e‑commerce environment.

Strong track record in vendor negotiations, contract management and cost optimisation.

Experience using ERP / procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) is required.

Professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are an advantage.

Proficiency in MS Excel and financial analysis tools for procurement data.

About Floward Founded in 2017, Floward is an online flowers and gifting company that creates a seamless experience for our customers and makes sending flowers and gifts as enjoyable as receiving them. We source our flowers daily from the best growers and farmers worldwide to create unique, stunning arrangements and plants that fit every occasion. We also partner with local and international brands to offer a wide range of gifts including chocolate, perfumes, cakes and more, coupled with our arrangements to create the perfect gift. Operating in 36 cities in nine countries across the MENA region and the UK, we guarantee same‑day delivery across the board through our own refrigerated fleet to ensure our arrangements arrive fresh to the customer.

Website : Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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