Department Supply Chain Position Senior Purchaser Location

• Karachi

Qualification

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management.

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Procurement.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading and managing a team. 
• Experience in the mining or industrial sector is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience of SAP and Ariba preferable.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. 
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness. 
• Commitment to ethical sourcing and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational management of procurement activities at the site, ensuring that daily needs and transactional activities are executed in accordance with company policies and Procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Oversee the procurement cycle for site-specific goods and services, including requisition review, supplier selection, purchase order creation, expediting, and invoice processing.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of site procurement operations.
• Lead and manage a team of site-based Buyers and Expeditors, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Delegate tasks effectively and monitor performance to ensure timely and accurate completion of procurement activities.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Understand and effectively manage the needs and expectations of diverse stakeholders at the site, including operations, maintenance, engineering, and project teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with site stakeholders, fostering open communication and collaboration.
• Provide timely and accurate information to stakeholders regarding procurement processes, timelines, and deliverables.
• Be responsible for local community supplier research, evaluation, and sharing findings with the Procurement Lead for shortlisting.
• Actively engage with local businesses and community suppliers to identify potential sourcing opportunities.
• Promote and support the development of local suppliers, fostering economic growth within the community.
• Lead community engagement procurement activities, ensuring that procurement processes are inclusive and support the company's social responsibility goals.
• Build relationships with community leaders and organizations to understand local needs and priorities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers for goods and services required at the site.
• Evaluate new vendors based on criteria such as cost, quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Negotiate with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions for the site operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.