Technology Buyer (Kab Elias)

Amaken

This role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and efficient procurement of technology products, including servers, networking equipment, software licenses, peripherals, and components.

The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercial terms, coordinate logistics, and oversee procurement-related financial processes from end to end.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sourcing & Pricing
2. Research, identify, and evaluate reliable suppliers and vendors for technology products, including hardware, software, and electronic components.
3. Conduct market research and price benchmarking to ensure competitive procurement strategies.
4. Obtain, compare, and analyze quotations from multiple suppliers to support best-value purchasing decisions.
5. Maintain and regularly update pricing databases for frequently purchased technology products.
6. Monitor market trends, product availability, and pricing fluctuations within the technology sector.
7. Supplier Negotiation & Commercial Management
8. Lead negotiations with suppliers regarding pricing, payment terms, lead times, warranties, and after-sales support.
9. Establish and maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships to achieve ongoing commercial benefits.
10. Renegotiate contracts and commercial agreements periodically in line with market conditions and business requirements.
11. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and contractual obligations.
12. Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination
13. Coordinate end-to-end logistics for domestic and international shipments, including freight arrangements, customs clearance, and final delivery.
14. Track purchase orders and delivery schedules, proactively resolving delays, discrepancies, or supply chain issues.
15. Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers to ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
16. Oversee shipment documentation, packaging, labeling, and compliance requirements for cross-border technology products.
17. Financial Coordination & Invoice Management
18. Manage purchase order (PO) creation, invoice verification, and approval processes accurately and efficiently.
19. Coordinate with the Finance team to ensure timely supplier payments in accordance with agreed payment terms.
20. Monitor outstanding invoices and supplier account balances, following up on overdue payments when necessary.
21. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies promptly.
22. Supplier & Vendor Management
23. Conduct supplier onboarding, qualification, and due diligence processes.
24. Monitor supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs), including delivery timelines, product quality, pricing compliance, and service levels.
25. Maintain and regularly update the Approved Vendor List (AVL).
26. Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supplier management processes.