- Oversee the issuance of both local and international purchase orders.
- Follow up with suppliers to secure approvals on supply orders, sending invoices, review shipping documents, and track the arrival of products at the company.
- Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure prompt processing of advance payments and subsequent installments for purchase orders with the agreed terms and conditions.
- Monitor local procurement to ensure custody handle items properly until they reach the warehouse, and coordinate with the delivery team to make sure products reach customers on time to avoid late penalties.
- Deal with shipping companies for the shipment of foreign supply orders.
- Handle Form 4 and Letters of Credit (LC) processes in accordance with supplier payment terms, ensuring smooth coordination with various banks to support customs clearance.
- Handle customs brokerage fees,
- Track and manage the costing of external supply orders.
- Ensure supplier payments are made on the agreed-upon dates.
Education:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is a plus.Experience:Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.Strong background in Foreign procurement.Experience dealing with shipping logistics, customs clearance, and banking procedures such as LCs and Form 4.Technical Skills:Solid knowledge of procurement procedures, supply chain processes, and vendor management.Familiarity with import/export documentation, customs clearance procedures, and logistics coordination.Proficiency in handling Letters of Credit, international payment terms, and cost tracking of foreign orders.Competency in using procurement or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).Soft Skills:Strong negotiation and communication skills to manage supplier relations and internal coordination.Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.Analytical thinking and attention to detail for cost tracking and documentation review.Problem-solving mindset and ability to handle delays, discrepancies, and vendor issues efficiently.Language Proficiency:Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written), particularly for reviewing documents and corresponding with international suppliers.Other Requirements:Strong understanding of compliance standards, procurement policies, and local/international trade regulations.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple orders or vendors simultaneously.Flexibility to liaise with cross-functional teams such as finance, logistics, and warehouse departments.