Do you enjoy the challenge of juggling multiple tasks and keeping everything well-organized? If so, a career as a procurement officer may be the perfect fit for you. Find out more about what it’s like to work as a procurement officer and which qualifications and skills you need to become one.
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Supply Chain Management - Planning & Procurement (w/m/d)
Location: Gütersloh
Branche: Machine & Plant Design
Expertise: Communications & Distribution
Experience: 2 years
In enger Zusammenarbeit mit internen Fachbereichen bearbeiten Sie Umlagerungs- und Einkaufsbestellungen Sie bringen Ihre Expertise bei der Bearbeitung von Kundenrückständen ein Sie analysieren Alerts, insbesondere Bedarfsunterdeckungen im Rahmen des Forecastings Sie übernehmen die Bearbeitung von Materialersetzungsprozessen Sie pflegen planungsrelevante Stammdaten sowie einkaufsspezifische Informationen Sie unterstützen aktiv bei der Optimierung von Prozessen im Bereich Supply Chain Planning
Procurement Specialist
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 0 years
Responsible for expediting and delivery of critical procurement items including CPY novated materials and provide timely feedback to management on potential delays and propose mitigation measures. Major challenges of this role are (1) understanding the key project drivers to ensure delivery within the agreed timeframe (2) operating in a pressure environment with short deadlines to complete activities and/or assessments related to procurement management. Participate in the maintenance of alignment within PMT on project procurement needs, objectives and requirements, through effective compliance with project procurement processes and procedures. Support Procurement Lead in development of project coordination procedures for procurement, through the review and approval of all procurement related procedures including applicable tools and templates including but not limited to; PSE, MSR, SSR and others that may from time to time be developed for use in the project. Oversight Contractor's activities to develop and implement overall and individual purchasing plans (seek input from Project Sourcing Specialists as appropriate). Support the process of securing approvals from the appropriate authorities for any deviations from the procurement plan, policies and procedure in consultation with the relevant teams (technical, planning, operations, and Supply team) for all aspects of procurement including cost adjustments, change orders and claims. Be responsible for reporting project procurement activities including progress, issues and concerns and steps taken to mitigate impact and negative consequences. Participate in the implementation of effective expediting mechanism to ensure timely delivery of all packages, equipment and material in line with the project schedule, including appropriate logistics to support all planned deliveries. Interface with project Spare Parts Coordinator for planning, processes, alignment and procurement of all project spares and ensure timely delivery to achieve project RSPL objectives. Assist Quality and Contractor in evaluation of prospective vendors and the review and approval of critical vendor documents. team, shall expedite the advanced review critical documents and queries where necessary. Carry out all such responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned or delegated by the Procurement Lead from time to time. Participate in the management of interface and relationships with other COMP business teams including planning, cost control, contracts and the business manager.
Project Procurement Lead
Location: Rotterdam
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: HSEQ
Experience: 3 years
Developing and implementing Procurement and Tendering Strategies, ensuring alignment with lessons learned and team input. Leading commercial and contractual negotiations in collaboration with relevant team members. Managing supplier relationships for optimal collaboration and performance improvement. Monitoring and ensuring alignment of vendor activities with project priorities and timelines. Providing continuous feedback on vendor performance and proactively managing risks. Implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, control costs, and support long-term objectives.
Procurement Specialist (COMP1/8a/9)
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 0 years
Responsible for expediting and delivery of critical procurement items including CPY novated materials and provide timely feedback to management on potential delays and propose mitigation measures. Major challenges of this role are (1) understanding the key project drivers to ensure delivery within the agreed timeframe (2) operating in a pressure environment with short deadlines to complete activities and/or assessments related to procurement management. Participate in the maintenance of alignment within PMT on project procurement needs, objectives and requirements, through effective compliance with project procurement processes and procedures. Support Procurement Lead in development of project coordination procedures for procurement, through the review and approval of all procurement related procedures including applicable tools and templates including but not limited to; PSE, MSR, SSR and others that may from time to time be developed for use in the project. Oversight Contractor's activities to develop and implement overall and individual purchasing plans (seek input from Project Sourcing Specialists as appropriate). Support the process of securing approvals from the appropriate authorities for any deviations from the procurement plan, policies and procedure in consultation with the relevant teams (technical, planning, operations, and Supply team) for all aspects of procurement including cost adjustments, change orders and claims. Be responsible for reporting project procurement activities including progress, issues and concerns and steps taken to mitigate impact and negative consequences. Participate in the implementation of effective expediting mechanism to ensure timely delivery of all packages, equipment and material in line with the project schedule, including appropriate logistics to support all planned deliveries. Interface with project Spare Parts Coordinator for planning, processes, alignment and procurement of all project spares and ensure timely delivery to achieve project RSPL objectives. Assist Quality and Contractor in evaluation of prospective vendors and the review and approval of critical vendor documents. team, shall expedite the advanced review critical documents and queries where necessary. Carry out all such responsibilities and tasks as may be assigned or delegated by the Procurement Lead from time to time. Participate in the management of interface and relationship with other business teams including planning, cost control, contracts and the business manager.
Procurement Specialist
Location: Oss
Branche: Life Sciences
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Strategic sourcing & supplier managementYou develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories, lead RFIs and RFPs, evaluate suppliers, and drive consolidation, savings, and risk mitigation. Site-level stakeholder managementYou support manufacturing and site stakeholders with procurement decisions, ensure site spend aligns with agreed sourcing strategies, and challenge requirements when needed. Contract negotiation & contract managementYou lead and participate in supplier negotiations (including contracts > €10M), implement contracts, ensure compliance, and resolve issues related to delivery, quality, and service. Analysis, governance & continuous improvementYou analyse spend, supplier performance, and KPIs (such as PPV and Working Capital), safeguard SAP procurement data, and proactively improve procurement processes and supplier relationships.
Procurement officer job role
As a procurement officer, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of the procurement process within an organisation. Your primary role will be to ensure that goods and services are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner, while adhering to company policies and regulations. From construction to mining, manufacturing to retail, procurement officers contribute their expertise across diverse industries.
Procurement officer responsibilities
Depending on the industry you work in, procurement officers have the following responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies and plans to achieve organizational objectives
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate contracts and agreements
- Monitor and review supplier performance and resolve any issues or conflicts
- Conduct market research to identify new trends and opportunities for cost reduction
- Collaborate with other departments to assess procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and prepare reports as required
Stay updated with industry standards and best practices in procurement
Procurement officer qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance or a related field
- Proven experience in procurement or purchasing roles
- Knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and laws
- Ability to analyse and interpret data for effective decision-making
- Proficient in using procurement software and tools
Procurement officer skills
In addition to the qualifications mentioned above, you should also have the following skills to become a successful procurement officer:
- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Negotiation and communication skills
- Strong analytical and financial skills
- Good understanding of contract management
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Strong ethics and integrity in handling procurement processes