Text copied to clipboard!
Title
Text copied to clipboard!Head of Purchasing
Description
Text copied to clipboard!
We are looking for an experienced Head of Purchasing to lead and optimize our organization's procurement department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing efficient purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, ensuring the quality of acquired products and services, and supervising the purchasing team. The Head of Purchasing must continuously analyze the market to identify savings and improvement opportunities, as well as ensure compliance with internal policies and current regulations. Additionally, they should establish strong relationships with key suppliers, evaluate their performance, and manage contracts to secure favorable conditions for the company. Coordination with other departments is essential to understand their needs and plan purchases according to the organization's strategic objectives. The Head of Purchasing will also be responsible for inventory management, cost reduction, and implementing technologies that improve procurement processes. The candidate is expected to have leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills, as well as previous experience in similar positions. The ability to make decisions under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adapt to a dynamic environment is essential. If you are passionate about process optimization, team management, and achieving results, we invite you to join our team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers.
- Supervise and lead the purchasing team.
- Analyze the market and seek new acquisition opportunities.
- Manage the purchasing department's budget.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.
- Evaluate and select suppliers.
- Manage inventories and optimize material flow.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify needs.
- Prepare reports and presentations for management.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related fields.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing or procurement.
- Advanced negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of purchasing management systems.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Results-oriented and cost reduction focus.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in office tools and ERP systems.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Advanced English level (desirable).
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How much experience do you have in purchasing management?
- Have you led purchasing teams before?
- What strategies do you use to negotiate with suppliers?
- How do you ensure compliance with internal policies?
- What technological tools have you used in purchasing?
- How do you handle pressure or urgent situations?
- Have you implemented improvements in procurement processes?
- What has been your greatest achievement in cost reduction?
- How do you evaluate and select suppliers?
- Are you willing to travel for work?
