Procurement Specialist

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Source qualified suppliers for production materials and indirect purchases.Purchase maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) supplies, spare parts, refractories, molds, and production tooling.Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and evaluate supplier quotations.Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contracts.Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP system.Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, cost, and on-time delivery.Coordinate with Production, Planning, Warehouse, Quality, Maintenance, and Finance departments to ensure procurement requirements are met.Track order status and expedite critical deliveries to prevent production disruptions.Resolve supplier issues related to shortages, quality defects, or delayed shipments.Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier databases, and procurement documentation.Analyze purchasing data and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and applicable regulations.Participate in supplier audits and supplier development initiatives.

Bachelor's degree in:Supply Chain ManagementBusiness Administration2–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.Experience in the glass, ceramics, cement, chemicals, or other process industries is preferred.