Purchasing Specialist

Nahdet Misr

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers.

• Request and compare quotations (RFQs) to secure best price, quality, and terms.

• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.

• Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and resolve issues.

Purchasing Operations

• Receive purchase requests from internal departments and convert them into purchase orders (POs).

• Ensure all POs are accurate (item, quantity, price, delivery date, cost center).

• Track orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.

• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics teams regarding deliveries, shipping documents, and receiving.

• Handle order changes, delays, and cancellations as needed.

Cost & Quality Control

• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Support budgeting and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Ensure purchased items meet required specifications and quality standards.

• Work with Quality/Production teams to resolve non-conformities or rejected materials.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of POs, contracts, price lists, and supplier information.

• Prepare regular reports on purchase orders, spend, savings, and supplier performance.

• Support internal and external audits related to procurement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Finance to ensure correct invoicing, payment terms, and PO matching.

• Coordinate with Planning/Production to understand demand and material requirements.