Lead Buyer - Supply Chain Services

At ABC, we brew the joy of true togetherness to inspire a better world. A big part of that means brewing better people with the heart of our company in our four values:

• Passion for consumers and customers
• Care for people and planet
• Enjoyment of life
• Courage to dream and pioneer

Job Summary: The Lead Buyer in Procurement is responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role involves strategic planning, supplier relationship management, and coordination with various departments to meet the organization’s procurement needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leads the supply chain category in securing all materials and goods in accordance with the scope demands.
2. Delivers materials and goods with the required specifications, on schedule, in full, and at the lowest possible cost.
3. Secures all necessary SC materials and assures delivery in accordance with specifications, on schedule, in full, and at the lowest possible cost.
4. Analyzes complicated data, finds pertinent issues, and produces suggestions to support strategic, tactical, and operational procurement choices.
5. Participates in discussions to obtain the supply of products and services requested by Al Ahram Beverages Company (ABC) on the most favorable terms and circumstances.
6. Identifies and pushes change to optimize stakeholders' and suppliers' relationships, goods, services, and procedures in a creative and challenging manner in order to produce business improvements in accordance with the procurement strategy.
7. Develops and manages supplier relationships in order to provide commercially optimal solutions for all parties in accordance with appropriate Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators.
8. Provides the necessary quotations for buy requesters to make purchase requisitions with the necessary precise requirements.
9. Provides full and accurate import documentation to guarantee fast customs clearance and the avoidance of delays and demurrage fines.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering  Mechanical/Power; Mechanical/Industrial ;Electricity/Power
• Experience: Average of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of procurement processes, market dynamics, and industry best practices.

• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and market conditions.care