As a Procurement Officer for a wet wipes manufacturing company, your job roles and responsibilities would typically include the following: Supplier Management Vendor Selection: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability. Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent supply and negotiate favorable terms. Performance Monitoring: Regularly assess supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery times, or pricing. Procurement Planning Demand Forecasting: Collaborate with production and sales teams to forecast material requirements based on production schedules. Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure the uninterrupted supply of raw materials and components. Cost Control: Develop strategies to minimize procurement costs while maintaining high standards of quality. Contract Management Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms of agreement with suppliers. Contract Execution: Ensure that all procurement contracts are executed as per the agreed terms. Compliance: Ensure that all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including sustainability and environmental considerations. Quality Assurance Material Inspection: Work closely with quality control teams to ensure that all raw materials meet the required quality standards. Supplier Audits: Coordinate and participate in supplier audits to ensure compliance with company standards and certifications. Cost Analysis Price Analysis: Regularly analyze market trends to ensure competitive pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities. Budget Management: Develop and manage the procurement budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing. Documentation and Reporting Purchase Orders: Prepare and issue purchase orders, ensuring all details are accurate and complete. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, including contracts, orders, and supplier communications. Reporting: Provide regular reports on procurement activities, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and market trends. Coordination with Other Departments Production Coordination: Work closely with the production department to ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production schedules. R&D Collaboration: Collaborate with research and development teams for the sourcing of new materials and components for product innovation. Logistics Coordination: Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and storage of materials. Risk Management Supply Chain Risk: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate them. Sustainability: Ensure procurement practices align with the company’s sustainability goals, including sourcing biodegradable or environmentally friendly materials. Continuous Improvement Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Training and Development: Stay updated on industry trends and provide training to junior staff on procurement best practices. This role requires strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, along with a deep understanding of the wet wipes manufacturing industry. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: Umm al-Quwain City: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Experience: Purchase: 1 year (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr