Location : Remote (with occasional travel to JC Yared sites)

Reports to : Procurement Team Lead

Company : JC Yared SA (servicing intercompany)

Type : Full-time | Permanent | Remote

Role Summary

We are looking for a sharp, driven, and detail-oriented Buyer to join our Central Procurement Team . Operating remotely, you will be responsible for executing end-to-end purchasing operations across direct (engineering and industrial products) and indirect (services and operational support) categories. You’ll play a vital role in implementing category management strategies , supporting supplier performance, and contributing to cost reduction and procurement excellence across all JC Yared business units.

Key Responsibilities ���� Sourcing & Procurement Execution

• Convert approved purchase requisitions into Purchase Orders in Odoo ERP.
• Source vendors locally and internationally, aligning with price, quality, and lead time targets.
• Manage RFQs/RFPs across categories and support bid analysis with internal stakeholders.

���� Supplier & Contract Management

• Assist in supplier onboarding and ensure compliance with vetting procedures.
• Maintain and update vendor databases, manage lead times and delivery schedules.
• Follow up on order fulfillment, GRNs, and support resolution of disputes or delays.
• Support contract enforcement for preferred supplier agreements and long-term deals.

���� Category Management & Spend Analysis

• Support category managers in developing and executing sourcing strategies.
• Perform regular spend analysis per product category, region, and supplier.
• Assist in supplier segmentation, risk analysis, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Help identify bundling opportunities across business units to maximize economies of scale.

���� Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with warehouse, engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with operational needs.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes with updated supplier data and pricing insights.
• Ensure timely communication of procurement risks, stock-outs, or delays to relevant teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering , or related field.
• 2–5 years’ experience in a buyer, procurement, or sourcing role (preferably in industrial, engineering, or construction sectors).
• Proficient in ERP systems – experience in Odoo is a strong advantage.
• Strong grasp of Category Management principles , including:
• Spend segmentation and analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Supplier performance tracking
• Sourcing pipeline management
• Category strategy execution
• Comfortable with Excel / Google Sheets for procurement dashboards and tracking tools.
• Analytical mindset with excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Able to work independently in a remote-first environment with minimal supervision.
• Fluent in English and French ; Arabic is a plus.

Preferred

• Knowledge of Incoterms, customs processes , and international supplier relations.
• Exposure to sourcing across multiple African and Middle Eastern countries .
• Familiarity with inventory planning and procurement KPIs .

What We Offer

• Fully remote working setup with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• High-impact role with cross-border exposure.
• Opportunities for growth in a fast-scaling regional group.
• Access to training, ERP tools, and procurement innovation initiatives.

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