-Receiving purchase requests from departments including full specification of the request -Handling of all commercial affairs such as order obtaining, corresponding and monitoring orders' process with suppliers -Developing relations with distributors/ suppliers -Prepare, maintain and review purchasing files and price list -Compare prices, specifications and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers -Budget control and verification -Identify and update our database of suppliers -Arranging payment to suppliers and transport company services -Manage foreign purchases and imports -Manage stock and delivery of the products -Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations -Responsible for getting all the needed governmental and non-governmental approvals and licenses in importation process -Supervising and controlling all the shipping documents in every steps and keeping all the archives updated according to the department instructions -Following up the goods delivery to warehouse and payment process -Supplier evaluation
Requirements
At least 10 years of experience as a commercial manager
At least 5 years of experience in the steel industry
Ability to identify issues and areas for improvement through analysis
Exposure and conceptual understanding of contract law and pricing
Strong commercial acumen and business understanding
Ability to manage both internal and customer relationships
Excellent leadership qualities
Team orientated, with strong relationship and interpersonal skills
Advanced negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent numeracy skills