RAK Academy is seeking a dynamic and committed Purchasing Officer to join us for the Academic Year 2022-2023. This is an exciting role which will be directly reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager. Over the past five years RAK Academy Family of Schools has grown significantly and our reputation for developing academic achievement and is well known as one of the international schools of choice in Ras Al Khaimah. Job Purpose RAK Academy places a strong focus on attracting, retaining and developing highly talented and passionate professionals to ensure the strategic aims of its schools are fully realized. The Purchasing officer is responsible for Sourcing and buying materials, goods, and services on behalf of RAK Academy to be used in daily operations as well as maintaining purchasing records, negotiating with vendors, and researching prospective suppliers . Key Responsibilities
Researching prospective suppliers
Sourcing and buying goods and services
Prepare reports on purchases
Conducting product research and sourcing new suppliers and vendors
Pre-qualifying suppliers and evaluate vendors performance
Sourcing goods, products, and services. Review quality of purchased products
Receive purchase requests, obtain quotations and negotiate terms of agreement and pricing with the best or most cost-effective way
Liaise with stores to review inventory levels
Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
Coordinate with suppliers as well as warehouse staff for receiving orders
Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
Issue purchase orders, and maintain updated records of purchased products
Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses
Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up-to-date with industry trends
Works in line with the department objectives to align with the organizational goals
Assists in conducting needs assessments, developing scope of work, identifying specification of goods and services, and estimating procurement cost.
Assists in the budgeting process, bids and tenders.
The candidate must have:
BSc in Business, Logistics, or relevant field
Professional level proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Arabic is an advantage
Advanced MS Projects and MS office skills
Written and verbal communication and Negotiation skills .
Proven 2+ working experience in a similar position
Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
The school offers:
Lucrative remuneration package
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