Purchasing Executive

at  Jotun Group

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 2 years of Experience in Purchasing field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply chain or any related field.
• Fluency in English Language, Both Verbal & Written

Competencies we look for:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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As a Purchasing Executive, you will manage and execute operational purchasing tasks as delegated by the Purchasing Manager in line with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, principles, guidelines and procedures for Indirect Materials (IM) in close cooperation with local stakeholders and GP, in support of the company’s business targets.
This position will be based in Jeddah and report directly to the Purchasing Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with user departments to identify and plan requirements for indirect material categories, implementing the Category Management Concept where relevant.
• Source, select, and approve suppliers for indirect materials, conducting audits as needed
• Maintain and close open transactions within the system
• Ensure optimal specifications for indirect materials in collaboration with user departments
• Negotiate agreements for indirect materials, following Tactical Purchasing and contract guidelines
• Implement and monitor global/regional agreements relevant to the company
• Place and track orders in Matrix based on contracts and agreements
• Oversee invoice control and report KPIs to the Purchasing Manager.