- Identifying the suppliers for goods (Local /Foreign) with the assistance of local and central procurement team.
- Receive all purchase requests and prepare requests for quotation, determine potential suppliers, and collect offers accordingly and preparation of price comparison.
- Negotiating with the suppliers which includes price, quality, delivery time, etc.
- Responsible to evaluate performance of all carriers, vendors , goods delivery.
- Good Knowledge of SAP, issuing purchase orders and matching with invoices and physical delivery of goods including any corrections needed for such process.
- Booking, tracking ,updating (sea/air) freight operations and following customs clearance process for running shipments to insure arrival on site on time.
- Checking all shipping documents with vendors and customs broker and resolve any issues during shipment or customs clearance process.
- Adhering to the rules and regulations of the company and the Egyptian Laws - fair knowledge- including Taxes, Social Insurance and labors…etc.
- Staying up to date with the latest trends in the industry and/or Projects field.
- Evaluation of all bids , issuing contracts and vendor agreements.
- Analytical skills using Microsoft Excel , all softwares or platforms supported by the company.
- Communication regularly with central teams either purchasing or technical or any other teams related .
- Working as financial controller in his role ( i.e investigating , monitoring and focusing on each cost impact directly or indirectly affecting the project)
- Maintain and track record of activities and documents till finishing the project and hand over to operation team.
- Following of projects policies , recording best practices and methodologies that can serve similar projects within the group.
Bachelor's degree or track record experience in Logistics, Business Administration, or relevant field. Proven work experience as a Purchasing Specialist, Purchasing Assistant, or a similar position in the Logistics department.Experience in booking, tracking freight and customs documentationSAP knowledge or familiarity with any other ERP Competency in Microsoft Office Package Sound knowledge of supply chain procedures. Extensive knowledge and understanding of purchasing procedures. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to solve problems and take ownership Exceptional sales and negotiation skills.