Senior Procurement Executive - FMCG

Role & responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials in alignment with production and business requirements
• Issue, track, and manage purchase orders to ensure on-time deliveries
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supply agreements with suppliers
• Coordinate closely with suppliers to secure timely order confirmations and shipments
• Monitor material availability and collaborate with Planning, Production, Warehouse, and Quality teams to prevent stock-outs
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier master data in SAP/ERP systems
• Resolve supplier-related issues, including delays, shortages, quality concerns, and documentation discrepancies
• Identify alternate suppliers and support supplier qualification activities
• Track supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare procurement reports, open PO trackers, and material availability updates for management review

Preferred candidate profile

Required Skills & Competencies

• Procurement operations and purchase order management
• Supplier relationship management
• Commercial negotiation skills
• Inventory and material planning coordination
• SAP/ERP proficiency
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• 6-7 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain functions within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Proven experience managing raw material procurement and supplier relationships
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems

Additional Requirement

• Candidates must be willing to travel and relocate to Saudi Arabia, if required