Procurement Manager-Riyadh, KSA

Talent Search Group (TSG), Saudi Arabia                      Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field     

Experience:

• 5-10 years’ experience as a Purchasing / Procurement / Sourcing professional, with an emphasis in raw materials packaging. Strong ERP systems knowledge required (preferably SAP).
• High degree of knowledge in Material Requirements Planning: systems design and usage.
• Proven Project Management skills: Must be highly organized, attentive to detail, and able to handle multiple projects.            

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Ability to analyze, develop and implement key cost savings initiatives throughout all commodity lines, co-manufactured products, fixed assets, and service providers
• Drive direct and indirect cost savings through the deployment of procurement best practices.
• Ensure data integrity and completeness in all purchasing-related applications and cross-functionally manage inventory levels and product obsolescence through best practices (VMI, etc.) and enhanced processes.
• Ensure all suppliers adhere to Russell Stover Candies defined product standards and specifications to support consistency, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers on behalf of Russell Stover covering yearly or multiple years of supply, with pricing parameters based on volume and component (matrix) pricing and ensure integrity of all MRP-related inputs, outputs, and processes.
• Establish yearly material needs as part of the budgeting process and monthly and quarterly reassess material needs based on usage, sales forecast, and production plans.
• Develop a continuous learning organization that is positioned to support the current and future growth of the Company