Procurement Supervisor

Procurement Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Supervisor to support procurement strategy, manage vendor relationships, and oversee day-to-day purchasing operations within the power generation and cooling systems sector.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Assist the Procurement Manager in developing and executing effective procurement strategies.
• Forecast price and market trends to identify shifts in buyer–supplier dynamics.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand to support proactive procurement planning.
• Determine appropriate quantity and timing of deliveries.
• Perform cost analysis, scenario analysis, and benchmarking to support decision-making.
• Analyze market and delivery trends to develop procurement technologies and processes aligned with industry changes.
• Implement procurement strategies to maintain security of supply and ensure optimum value for money.
• Support the Procurement Manager in setting policies and guidelines to deliver a commercial, efficient, and cost-effective procurement process.

Operational Procurement & Contracting

• Perform all procurement and contracting activities, including supplier pre-qualification, tender management, negotiations, and preparation of contracts.
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with vendors on optimal terms and conditions.
• Seek, evaluate, and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Ensure clear documentation of requirements by partnering closely with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a supplier database and establish annual purchasing contracts for both low-value and high-value items.

Vendor Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain close working relationships with key business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to enhance business performance.
• Conduct regular business review meetings with stakeholders to assess risks, review strategies, and identify cost-reduction and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement dealings uphold the principles of value for money, transparency, fairness, efficiency, and accountability.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Assess, manage, and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Implement changes and develop new processes to improve the procurement of goods and services.
• Advise the Procurement Manager on potential improvements to the procurement process.

Team Leadership & Reporting

• Train, guide, and supervise the work of procurement staff and store team members.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve overall procurement effectiveness.
• Provide periodic reports to the Procurement Manager on purchasing activities, controls, and processes.

General

• Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned from time to time based on business requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years procurement experience in Qatar, including 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of generators, power systems, and cooling solutions (mandatory).
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering preferred; Supply Chain/Business acceptable.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic preferred.
• Valid Qatar Driving License.
• CAD knowledge is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Procurement in Qatar: 5 years (Preferred)
• Supervisor Role: 2 years (Preferred)
• generators, power systems, and cooling solutions.: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person