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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Procurement Manager (m/w/d)
Location: Bielefeld
Branche: Pharmaceuticals
Expertise: Purchase
Experience: 5 years
Sie verantworten die Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Beschaffungsstrategien, um die Einkaufsziele des Unternehmens zu erreichen Sie indentifizieren und evaluieren potenzielle Lieferanten, inklusive Vertragsverhandlungen und Lieferantenmanagement Sie überwachen und analysieren den Beschaffungsmarkt, um Preisentwicklungen und Trends zu erkennen Sie bauen Lieferantenbeziehungen auf und pflegen diese
Inhouse Legal Counsel (m/w/d) Procurement
Location: Neunkirchen/Saar
Branche: Automotive
Expertise: Legal
Experience: 2 years
Sie beraten den Bereich Procurement in rechtlichen Fragestellungen, insbesondere im Vertrags- und Risikomanagement. Verträge von Lieferanten prüfen Sie juristisch fundiert, stimmen sich eng mit den Fachabteilungen ab und begleiten den Verhandlungsprozess bis zur finalen Unterschrift. In Zusammenarbeit mit internen Partnern entwickeln Sie eigenverantwortlich Musterverträge, Vorlagen und Standarddokumente weiter. Sie beraten bei komplexen Lieferantenthemen wie Insolvenz oder Forderungsrisiken unter Berücksichtigung der deutschen Rechtslage und binden bei Bedarf internationale Rechtsberater ein. Zudem erstellen Sie Schulungsunterlagen zu rechtlichen Themen und führen praxisnahe Trainings für den Einkauf und angrenzende Abteilungen durch.
Procurement Lead
Location: Doha
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Establish and maintain alignment with the PMT on project procurement objectives, scope and execution plans.Manage procurement of project LLI including preparation of ITT packages, stewardship of tender process, and PO administration until assignment to Contractor.Establish compliance with project procurement procedures and oversee Contractor’s procurement procedures and processes.Communicate and report project procurement activities, schedule progress and cost data, and advise any procurement issues.Oversee Contractor’s implementation of Project Purchasing Plan including materials management and expediting processes.Review Project required spare parts list (RSPL) and ensure contractor execution of spares purchasing planEnsure Contractor compliance with Project Vendor qualification process and update of Project Vendor ListOversee Contractor delivery of all project procurement documents including Vendors’ documents as per project quality requirements.Provide support as required to development and administration of Contractor’s subcontracting plan.
Information Security Officer ( ISO)
Location: Den Haag
Branche: Public Sector
Expertise: IT & Shared Services
Experience: 0 years
Als Information Security Officer en projectleider ben jij de verbinding tussen beleid, techniek en uitvoering. Jij zorgt ervoor dat informatiebeveiliging niet alleen een plan blijft, maar een tastbare realiteit wordt. Wat ga je doen? - Begeleiden van projecten van planvorming tot implementatie - Adviseren over beveiligingsmaatregelen en oplossingen - Opstellen en beheren van processen binnen het ISMS - Rapporteren over risico's, trends en incidenten
Procurement & Contracts Specialist
Location: Pinjarra
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 2 years
As a Procurement & Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for: Leading and supporting procurement and contracting strategies across a broad portfolio. Gathering and analysing data, market intelligence, and supplier capabilities to inform sourcing decisions. Developing and executing contracts up to $1M in value, including negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring. Driving competitive sourcing activities such as tenders, eAuctions, and other commercial tools. Building and maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships. Ensuring supplier performance meets agreed outcomes, resolving disputes, and implementing corrective actions when required. Promoting alignment with global procurement initiatives while supporting local business needs. Exploring opportunities to engage and grow relationships with local suppliers. Collaborating cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Maintenance, HR, IT, and Finance to achieve operational objectives.
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