Procurement Officer
HEC Paris in Qatar
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Posted on 30 Mar
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Vacancy
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
The Procurement Officer is responsible for coordinating procurement activities within the organization, ensuring that goods and services are procured efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company policies and regulations. This role includes managing supplier relationships, supporting contract negotiation, and monitoring procurement performance to meet organizational needs.
Procurement process management
- Support the full procurement cycle, from identifying needs and sourcing suppliers to issuing requests for proposals (RFPs) and obtaining quotes;
- Review and process purchasing requests from multiple departments;
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure alignment on procurement strategies and timelines;
- Coordinate supplier onboarding and creation in SAP;
- Monitor specific payment terms and ensure timely processing of supplier invoices;
- Provide administrative and technical support to teams, including document management and SAP navigation for internal teams.
Supplier management
- Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery;
- Monitor supplier performance through regular evaluation and audits to ensure compliance with terms and expectations;
- Address and resolve supplier issues, disputes, and performance-related concerns;
- Maintain accurate contract records and ensure compliance with contractual terms;
- Proactively manage the contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and terminations;
- Assist with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplier contracts to ensure alignment with organizational needs and legal standards.
Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization
- Support strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance;
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, and process improvements;
- Conduct market research and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions.
Budgeting and reporting
- Assist in budget planning related to procurement activities;
- Prepare reports and analyze procurement and contract data, including spend analysis, savings, and contract compliance;
- Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to improve procurement efficiency and cost savings.
Desired Candidate Profile
*** Prerequisite ***
Eligible candidates must be current residents of Qatar and hold a valid Qatar ID. International applications will not be considered for this role.
Education and experience
- Bachelor s degree in business administration, Law, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably within procurement, sourcing, or supply chain functions.
- Proven experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and procurement processes end-to-end.
- Prior experience working in Qatar or the GCC region is preferred.
Skills and competencies
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with strong reporting and data analysis capabilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in French and/or Arabic is an advantage.
- Advanced proficiency in SAP and ERP systems; experience with e-procurement platforms is an advantage.
- Knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier evaluation, tendering processes, and contract administration.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial acumen.
- Solid negotiation, persuasion, and contract management skills.
Ways of working
- Proactive, results-oriented mindset with a strong sense of initiative and accountability.
- Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to anticipate risks and implement effective solutions.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a proven capacity to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder expectations
- Flexible and willing to adapt working hours to business needs.
Company Industry
- Education
- Training
- Teaching
- Academics
Department / Functional Area
- Buying
- Purchase
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
Keywords
- Procurement Officer
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