Qureos Mentor

The Sanad Group

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 JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Strategic Buyer will play a critical role in establishing and executing procurement strategies for a new, world-class MRO (Maintenance, Repair &amp; Overhaul) facility. The role focuses on
 
 high-value CAPEX investments and critical OPEX categories
 
 , ensuring optimal supplier selection, cost efficiency, and technical compliance.
 
 
 
 
 
 This position requires strong expertise in
 
 capital equipment sourcing, commercial evaluation, and cross-functional project procurement
 
 , working closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to deliver complex procurement packages aligned with business objectives..
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Procurement and Sourcing
 
 
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 Lead end-to-end procurement of
 
 large CAPEX packages
 
 (e.g., hangar equipment, tooling, production lines, infrastructure systems).
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 Develop and execute sourcing strategies for capital projects aligned with timelines, budgets, and technical specifications.
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 Manage full tendering lifecycle:
 
 RFI / RFQ / RFP, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and contract award
 
 .
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 Perform detailed
 
 techno-commercial bid analysis
 
 including total cost of ownership (TCO), lifecycle cost, and risk evaluation.
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 Partner with engineering teams to validate specifications and optimize procurement outcomes.
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 OPEX &amp; MRO Category Management
 
 
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 Develop sourcing strategies for
 
 MRO consumables, spare parts, services, and indirect procurement categories
 
 .
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 Ensure continuity of supply while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery performance.
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 Drive supplier consolidation, framework agreements, and long-term partnerships.
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 Commercial Negotiation &amp; Contract Management
 
 
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 Lead complex negotiations for
 
 multi-million-dollar CAPEX contracts
 
 (pricing, payment terms, warranties, delivery schedules).
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 Draft and manage contracts ensuring compliance with legal, commercial, and operational requirements.
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 Ensure alignment with procurement policies and governance frameworks.
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 Analytics and Reporting
 
 
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 Maintain dashboards and procurement reports.
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 Ensure Oracle transactions are accurate and audit-ready.
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 Track cost savings, cycle times, and KPIs.
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 Process Improvement and Compliance
 
 
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 Identify process gaps and support improvement initiatives.
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 Comply with procurement policies, ethics, and regulatory standards.
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 9. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES Minimum Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 (Education/Certification/Licensure/Professional Membership)
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field
 
 .
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 7&ndash;10+ years of experience in
 
 strategic procurement, with strong exposure to CAPEX sourcing and MRO categories
 
 .
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 Proven track record managing
 
 large-scale capital procurement projects
 
 and complex tenders.
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 Experience in industries such as
 
 aviation MRO, manufacturing, heavy industry, or infrastructure projects
 
 is highly preferred.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Specific Competencies:
 
 
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 Sourcing Execution
 
 : Demonstrates expertise in identifying and sourcing used serviceable materials through teardown channels, brokers, and approved vendors based on demand signals.
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 Purchasing Operations
 
 : Executes purchasing tasks such as RFQ generation, price benchmarking, PO processing, delivery coordination, and invoice resolution with accuracy and timeliness.
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 Supplier Evaluation and Performance Tracking
 
 : Assesses supplier reliability, quality, and service level performance, initiating corrective actions when required.
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 Negotiation Skills
 
 : Applies commercial negotiation techniques to obtain optimal terms and pricing from vendors, while maintaining long-term relationships.
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 Regulatory Compliance &amp; Documentation
 
 : Ensures proper collection and validation of Form 1s, trace documents, and part history in accordance with aviation standards.
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 ERP Proficiency
 
 : Operates effectively within Oracle or similar procurement systems for processing orders, maintaining vendor master data, and generating reports.
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 Cost Awareness and Optimization
 
 : Supports cost-reduction initiatives through price analysis, teardown comparisons, and efficient purchasing strategies.
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 Cross-functional Coordination
 
 : Works closely with internal teams to ensure materials meet technical specs, budget constraints, and turnaround time objectives.
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Strategic Buyer  - GTF

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 The Logistics Specialist will act as a
 
 Subject Matter Expert (SME)
 
 in logistics and warehousing, playing a pivotal role in the
 
 design, setup, and operationalization of a state-of-the-art aircraft engine MRO facility,
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role combines
 
 hands-on operational execution
 
 with
 
 strategic input into warehouse design, material flow, and logistics processes
 
 , ensuring full compliance with aviation regulations while enabling efficient, scalable MRO operations.
 
 
 
 
 
 The successful candidate will be instrumental in building logistics capabilities from the ground up, including
 
 warehouse layout, systems, inventory strategy, and end-to-end material flow
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Logistics &amp; Warehouse Setup (Greenfield Facility)
 
 
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 Act as SME to support
 
 design and implementation of warehouse and logistics infrastructure
 
 for a new MRO facility.
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 Define
 
 warehouse layout, storage solutions, zoning (quarantine, serviceable, unserviceable, hazardous materials)
 
 , and material flow.
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 Establish
 
 standard operating procedures (SOPs)
 
 for receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
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 Support selection and implementation of
 
 ERP/WMS systems
 
 and digital logistics tools.
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 Contribute to facility readiness planning including
 
 equipment selection (racking, handling equipment, tooling storage)
 
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 Process Optimization &amp; Continuous Improvement
 
 
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 Design and implement
 
 best-in-class warehouse and logistics processes
 
 to support MRO operations.
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 Identify bottlenecks and drive improvements in
 
 lead time, cost efficiency, and service levels
 
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 Develop KPIs for logistics performance (turnaround time, inventory accuracy, OTIF delivery).
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 Support digitalization initiatives and automation where applicable.
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 Inventory &amp; Material Management
 
 
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 Oversee
 
 inventory control for aircraft engine parts, components, tooling, and consumables
 
 .
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 Ensure optimal stock levels, traceability, and compliance with aviation standards.
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 Implement
 
 inventory classification, min/max levels, and demand forecasting
 
 aligned with maintenance schedules.
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 Conduct audits and cycle counts to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
 
 .
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 5&ndash;8+ years of experience in
 
 aviation logistics, preferably within engine MRO or aerospace environment
 
 .
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 Proven experience in
 
 warehouse setup, transformation, or greenfield projects
 
 .
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 Strong knowledge of
 
 aircraft parts handling, storage conditions, and regulatory compliance
 
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Logistics Specialist

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