Purchasing Executive At Jotun

Responsibilities:

• Place and expedite purchase orders for designated raw materials, purchase finished goods & packaging materials, based on agreements made by category managers following group guidelines and procedures.
• Evaluate suppliers on a weekly/monthly basis ( supplier performance, shortages, and non-conformances).
• Assist the Purchasing manager in evaluating optimal logistics solutions, considering packaging type and size, lot size, use of distributors, transport, local customs regulations, and local laws for all raw materials, and communicate the findings to relevant Category Managers.
• Implement and follow up on global and regional agreements as relevant for the company.
• Place and follow up orders in ERP system based on agreements/contracts when relevant.
• Execute invoice control according to company guidelines.
• Report on agreed-upon Key performance indicators to the Purchasing Manager.
• Communicate with the category managers on forecasts on a monthly/quarterly basis.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What we are looking for:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain and purchasing.
• Proficiency in both Arabic and English language.

Personal qualities we look for:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen, and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully.
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives.
• Communicates in a clear, precise, and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience, and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high-quality results.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house training.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities.

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