Job Description

Location
Doha, Qatar
Experience
5
Job Type
Tender


MSI is HIRING


Our client in Qatar is looking to hire a

Senior Specialist - Category Manager.

Job Purpose:

Lead and optimize procurement activities within the organization, managing category strategies, supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement laws and regulations.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent. Accredited Procurement/Supply Chain certification is preferred. 8+ years of experience in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years in a multinational company. Proficiency in Oracle Fusion, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and MS-Visio. Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage). Strong knowledge of procurement laws, supplier management techniques, market trends, and pricing practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a team of procurement managers and specialists, handling personnel development, KPI management, and succession planning. Develop and implement multi-year category strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring additional value for the organization. Oversee the procurement process, including supplier management, market analysis, and sourcing of large value orders. Present category strategies and individual sourcing strategies to the Tender Committee or leadership when requested. Monitor global supplier markets, plan material and service availability, and conduct market assessments and benchmarking. Manage key supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and handle escalations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and ensure timely procurement of materials and services. Lead contract negotiations, secure cost-effective sourcing, and manage contracts across procurement categories.

Other Skills:

Strong leadership, relationship-building, and negotiation skills. Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of risk management and compliance procedures. * Commitment to developing others and promoting learning and development within the team.