Do you enjoy the challenge of juggling multiple tasks and keeping everything well-organized? If so, a career as a procurement officer may be the perfect fit for you. Find out more about what it’s like to work as a procurement officer and which qualifications and skills you need to become one.

 

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Procurement Analyst (w/m/d)

Location: Bielefeld

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 3 years

Sie sind für das Konzipieren, Durchführen und Koordinieren der Maßnahmen des Procurementcontrollings und -berichtswesens verantwortlich Sie fungieren als Schnittstelle zwischen den Procurementabteilungen und diversen anderen Funktionen Sie übernehmen die Konzeptionierung, der gruppenweiten Rollouts sowie den Betrieb der im Bereich Procurement Analytics relevanten Strategien, Methoden, Prozesse und Systeme Sie sind in standortübergreifende Optimierungsmaßnahmen mit eingebunden

Procurement Manager (m/w/d)

Location: Bielefeld

Branche: Pharmaceuticals

Expertise: Purchase

Experience: 5 years

Sie verantworten die Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Beschaffungsstrategien, um die Einkaufsziele des Unternehmens zu erreichen Sie indentifizieren und evaluieren potenzielle Lieferanten, inklusive Vertragsverhandlungen und Lieferantenmanagement Sie überwachen und analysieren den Beschaffungsmarkt, um Preisentwicklungen und Trends zu erkennen Sie bauen Lieferantenbeziehungen auf und pflegen diese

Project Procurement Manager (w/m/d)

Location: Salzburg Umgebung

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

Sie übernehmen die strategische Verantwortung für den Einkauf in bedeutenden Projekten und stellen die termingerechte Beschaffung von Materialien und Dienstleistungen sicher. Sie sind ein aktives Mitglied des Projektteams und tragen maßgeblich zur erfolgreichen Umsetzung der Projekte bei. Sie erstellen und koordinieren den detaillierten Beschaffungsplan, um die benötigten Ressourcen effizient und pünktlich zu sichern. Sie entwickeln die Beschaffungsstrategie und sind für die Freigabe von Lieferantenlisten verantwortlich, um eine optimale Auswahl und Zusammenarbeit sicherzustellen. Sie vertreten den Einkauf in Projektbesprechungen und sorgen für eine enge Abstimmung zwischen den verschiedenen Projektbereichen. Sie ermitteln die Lessons Learned aus abgeschlossenen Projekten und integrieren diese Erkenntnisse in zukünftige Projekte. Sie fördern und implementieren funktionsübergreifende Lösungen, die den Erfolg des gesamten Projekts unterstützen. Sie unterstützen die Vertriebsteams und die technische Abteilung bei der Kalkulation von Angeboten und gewährleisten eine wettbewerbsfähige und präzise Preisgestaltung.

Lead of Procurement

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Establish and maintain alignment with the PMT on project procurement needs, objectives, and requirements.Manage procurement of LLI. Preparation of ITT packages.Coordination of tender process with Supply, PMT, and legal and evaluation of bids.Administration of agreements until assigned to Contractor.Establish compliance with project procurement processes and procedures.Establish project coordination procedures for procurement and oversee the development of other coordination procedure.Review and approve Contractor’s procurement procedures and processes.Develop and execute Procurement Plans that support the project’s goals and objectives.Work with Contractor to develop and implement overall and individual purchasing plans.Review and implement Contractor’s Purchasing and Materials Management plans including plans for purchase of spare parts and for purchase of bulk materials.Develop Closeout and Materials Reconciliation plan.Communicate with PMT on project procurement activities, progress and issues.Report schedule and cost data to PMT with regards to procurement activities,Advise PMT of procurement issues and steps being taken to mitigate consequences.Manage Contractor’s procurement activities.Ensure Contractor’s compliance to approved contractor procedures and prime contract coordination procedures.Review and modify, as necessary, Contractor’s purchasing and contracting documents to ensure compliance with Company’s requirements including terms and conditions of the contract.Review Contractor’s compliance with Company’s prevention of information brokering and business ethics guidelines.Ensure procurement documents produced by Contractor are of acceptable qualityPlan for effective use of Contractor’s materials management system.Ensure Contractor effectively manages procurement interfaces.Provide Spare Parts Coordination for the project.Interface with project overall Spare Parts Coordinator for planning, processes, expectations and to align synergies.Understand the schedule and identify key interface points.Establish and implement plan for spare parts management and coordinate spares acquisition processProvide oversight of the EPCM spare parts related activities including obtaining the Required Spare Parts List (RSPL) data.Work issues as appropriate to ensure materials and equipment are received at needed location on schedule.Provide subcontracting administration support required.

Procurement Specialist

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Purchase

Experience: 2 years

Join a dynamic team as a Specialist in Resource and Mining Services, driving strategic procurement initiatives in a challenging and rewarding environment. Based in Perth CBD, this role offers a flexible working environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact on key portfolios. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives. Build and sustain strong, long-term supplier relationships focusing on innovation and mutual value creation. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement efforts with business needs. Manage category and supplier relationship activities to deliver measurable value. Drive effective negotiations to achieve optimal contractual and commercial outcomes. Proactively identify and mitigate risks while fostering creative problem-solving approaches

Procurement officer job role 

As a procurement officer, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of the procurement process within an organisation. Your primary role will be to ensure that goods and services are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner, while adhering to company policies and regulations. From construction to mining, manufacturing to retail, procurement officers contribute their expertise across diverse industries.

Procurement officer responsibilities 

Depending on the industry you work in, procurement officers have the following responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies and plans to achieve organizational objectives
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate contracts and agreements
  • Monitor and review supplier performance and resolve any issues or conflicts
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends and opportunities for cost reduction
  • Collaborate with other departments to assess procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
  • Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and prepare reports as required
    Stay updated with industry standards and best practices in procurement

Procurement officer qualifications 

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance or a related field
  • Proven experience in procurement or purchasing roles
  • Knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and laws
  • Ability to analyse and interpret data for effective decision-making
  • Proficient in using procurement software and tools

Procurement officer skills 

In addition to the qualifications mentioned above, you should also have the following skills to become a successful procurement officer:

  • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Negotiation and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and financial skills
  • Good understanding of contract management
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
  • Strong ethics and integrity in handling procurement processes

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