​Our client, a leading beauty player in the Middle East is looking for an "Assistant Purchasing Manager" to join their team based in their office in Dubai!

The Assistant Manager will play a central role in defining and executing strategies across key procurement areas, including Supply Chain, Marketing, Logistics, IT, and other direct and indirect procurement categories.

Responsibilities:

• Identify the needs for direct / indirect goods and services within the company (e.g., components, general services, office supplies, trade marketing, PR, service contracts, logistics and transport, IT…).

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across departments to align procurement strategies with their needs and ensure satisfaction.

• Monitor supplier adherence to contractual obligations and proactively address non-compliance.

• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers to secure best-in-class terms and services

• Assist the Purchasing Manager in developing the procurement strategy

• Analyse expenditure and procurement data to identify savings opportunities and process improvements.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to follow the Purchasing strategy and ensure effective the smooth running of purchases

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in purchasing, management, business, economics, or a related field.

• At least 6 years’ experience as a Buyer or in a procurement environment with a proven history of managing suppliers, within the beauty industry would be a plus

• Strong analytical skills (Efficiency in Excel is mandatory)

• A problem-solving attitude

• Ability to achieve daily operational tasks

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