Procurement Senior Manager, Fintech at Optasia

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement strategy, Supply chain management, Logistics, Vendor management, Contract negotiation, Asset management, ERP applications, SAP, Jira, Data analysis, Risk assessment, Budget control, Hardware procurement, Software procurement, Time management, Decision-making

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Optasia is a fully enabled B2B2X financial technology platform covering scoring, financial decisioning, disbursement and collection. We are committed to enabling financial inclusion for all. We are changing the world our way. Since company’s inception, over a decade ago, we have grown to become a global leader in the Fintech fields, constantly expanding and adding new solutions, offerings, and untapped monetization opportunities for all our partners and clients. As a Procurement Senior Manager, you will be responsible for managing the procurement of products and services for the company’s needs and the needs of the company’s customers, finding cost-effective deals and suppliers, and creating strong relationship with company’s suppliers. With your expertise in the field of supply chain and logistics, you will be ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management. What you will do Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective. Source and engage reliable suppliers and vendors, focused on sourcing Hardware, Software and auxiliary equipment, implementation contracts, SLA contracts and logistic solutions. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms. Review existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility. Maintain accurate purchase and pricing records Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers. Log purchase orders and organize and confirm delivery of goods and services. Maintain proper HW stock aligned with the strategy and the needs of the company Ensure that the Company’s asset Management application is always up-to-date Produce insightful reports regarding the company’s asset status and proactive actions needed Follow-up HW maintenance issues affecting the company’s live services Perform risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements. Control the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs Oversee and manage the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods What you will bring Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration 8+ years’ working experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer or Head of Procurement in a multinational environment Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms Experience with Asset Management applications Experience with ERP applications (e.g. SAP) and ticket management (e.g. Jira) Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers Experience in collecting and analyzing data Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks Highly organized and detail oriented Fluent in English Open to travel occasionally Why you should apply What we offer: 💸 Competitive remuneration package 🏝 Extra day off on your birthday 💰 Performance-based bonus scheme 📲 💻 All the tech gear you need to work smart Optasia’s Perks: 🎌 Be a part of a multicultural working environment 🎯 Meet a very unique and promising business and industry 🌌 🌠 Gain insights for tomorrow market’s foreground Optasia’s Values 🌟 #1 Drive to Thrive: Fully dedicated to evolving. We welcome all challenges and learning opportunities. #2 Customer-First Mindset: We go above and beyond to meet our partners’ and clients’ expectations. #3 Bridge the Gap: Knowledge is shared, information is exchanged and every opinion counts. #4 Go-Getter Spirit: We are results oriented. We identify any shortcomings that hold us back and step up to do what’s needed. #5 Together we will do it: We are committed to supporting one another and to understanding and respecting different perspectives, as we aim to reach our common goals.

Responsibilities

The Procurement Senior Manager will develop cost-effective procurement strategies and manage relationships with suppliers for hardware, software, and logistics. They are responsible for overseeing asset management, controlling the procurement budget, and ensuring compliance with company policies.