Procurement Specialist
Al Othman Industrial Marketing Co.
Al Khobar
04.2004 - 05.2007
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to procurement activities.
- Coordinated with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of items to meet project deadlines.
- Monitored stock levels and identified purchasing needs.
- Developed strategies for procuring goods and services at the most cost-effective prices.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the procurement cycle.
- Managed relationships with key suppliers by regularly communicating updates about pricing changes or new products.
- Reviewed and updated suppliers' information such as contact details, payment terms, and performance ratings.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to understand their product requirements and ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
- Conducted research to identify new potential suppliers based on quality, price, availability, reliability and serviceability criteria.
- Analyzed market trends to anticipate future material needs.