Procurement Specialist
Confidential
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Job Description
About the Role of Procurement Specialist
As a Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for managing sourcing activities, vendor relationships, and procurement operations across multiple subsidiaries within the group. You will play a key role in ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery of goods and services that support business objectives.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong negotiation skills and experience working within multi-entity or corporate group structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management.
- Identify and evaluate suppliers across the MENA region to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs and analyze vendor proposals.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and service level agreements.
- Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual terms.
- Collaborate with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate budgeting and cost control.
- Maintain procurement records and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and support strategic sourcing initiatives across group entities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- 3–6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles.
- Experience working within holding companies or multi-business environments is preferred.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software.
- Solid understanding of regional supplier markets within MENA.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with remote teams.
- Professional certification (CIPS or equivalent) is a plus.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Work Mode: Remote
- Region: MENA
- Industry: Holding Company / Multi-Industry Group
If you are a proactive procurement professional looking to contribute to a dynamic and diversified organization, we encourage you to apply.
Key skills/competency
- Procurement management
- Sourcing strategy
- Vendor negotiation
- Contract management
- Supplier evaluation
- Cost control
- Supply chain operations
- ERP systems
- RFQ/RFP process
- Analytical skills
How to Get Hired at Confidential
- Research Confidential's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand working within a diversified holding company.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience in end-to-end procurement, vendor management, and working with multi-entity structures, emphasizing relevant achievements and cost savings.
- Showcase MENA market expertise: Provide examples of your understanding of regional supplier markets and experience with RFQ/RFP processes specific to the MENA region.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your negotiation skills, analytical capabilities, and experience collaborating with remote teams and diverse stakeholders in a holding company environment.
- Network effectively: Connect with current and former employees of Confidential on LinkedIn to gain insights into their hiring process and company expectations for a Procurement Specialist role.
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