Procurement Senior Associate

About the role

The Procurement Senior Associate will support the bank's various departments by ensuring timely acquisition of goods and services. Working closely with internal stakeholders and approved suppliers, the role focuses on efficient purchasing processes and maintaining accurate procurement records.

Key responsibilities

• Implement procurement activities and purchasing processes to meet departmental needs.
• Maintain organized purchasing records and documentation for easy access.
• Participate in supplier performance evaluation, classification, and approval.
• Receive and review purchase requests, issue purchase orders, and coordinate bank credit openings.
• Obtain and compare price quotations, recommend optimal options, and follow approved directives.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable prices and delivery schedules.
• Update and manage the supplier database with comprehensive vendor information.
• Conduct studies on procurement needs, material consumption, and annual requirements, and prepare related reports.
• Handle claims with suppliers regarding damaged, missing, or non‑conforming items.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in procurement or purchasing functions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Strong communication and negotiation capabilities.

Required skills