Senior Procurement Specialist

Procurement plays a critical role in ensuring smooth operations and sustainable growth across industries. We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead the sourcing and purchasing of goods, materials, and services essential to the company’s operations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in procurement strategy, supplier negotiation, and cost optimization—directly impacting the organization’s efficiency, cost control, and profit margins.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and process timely requisitions and purchase orders for raw materials, sub-assemblies, and finished goods.
• Track and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to inspect deliveries and ensure goods meet all specifications and standards.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service level.
• Communicate daily with suppliers and organize meetings or projects to address supply issues and strengthen collaboration.
• Coordinate with internal departments including Finance, Sales, and Operations to resolve procurement-related concerns.
• Initiate and follow through on corrective actions related to defective or substandard materials.
• Research and identify potential new suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience.
• Analyze market trends and industry data to support procurement strategies and forecast demand.

Qualifications

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