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Join Smart Step Forward Consulting as a Technical Purchasing Manager!
We are seeking a motivated Saudi National to advance their career in an exciting role within our organization. This position is perfect for experienced professionals currently working as Purchasing Assistants or Acting Purchasing Managers with a strong managerial background.

About the Role
As the Technical Purchasing Manager, you will take charge of managing purchasing operations for milling equipment and spare parts. Your expertise will enhance our procurement processes and contribute to our growth as a leading stock market company based in Jeddah, KSA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchasing operations and supplier relationships.
• Utilize SAP/ERP systems for procurement activities.
• Coordinate and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 68 years of relevant experience in technical purchasing.
• Excellent negotiation and project coordination skills.
• Proficient in Arabic and English (Advanced level).

Why Join Us?
This is your chance to work with a dynamic team dedicated to creating a supportive and efficient workplace. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

- Using appropriate strategies to purchase the institution's needs at reasonable prices
- Discovering suppliers, starting contracts, and forming business and organizational partnerships
- Negotiating with sellers to secure quality terms and reasonable prices
- Approving requests for goods and services needed from different departments
- Finalizing details for purchase orders and delivery
- Reviewing and testing existing contracts and ensuring contract renewal dates
- Following up on requirements and providing reports on purchases and needs
- Collaborating with different departments to ensure clarity of requirements and budgets
- Building and developing the procurement department and creating procurement plans and formulating policies and procedures
- Providing each department's raw material needs and establishing an appropriate budget
- Building and developing an annual plan for the necessary raw material needs
- Continuously searching for new suppliers of raw materials used in manufacturing or operations
- Building and developing strong relationships with suppliers and maintaining them
- Creating a periodic plan at the end of each year and updating policies and procedures
- Building various structures and models used in the procurement department
- Keeping files of internal and external purchase requests, quotations, and contracts
- Maintaining constant communication with the warehouse management regarding stock shortages and the capacity of storage and the stock turnover rate
- Preparing orders received from different departments and sending them to approved suppliers and following up until receipt
- Reviewing suppliers' offers and responding positively or negatively
- Following up on changes that occur in raw material prices periodically
- Contacting the requesting party for the goods and following up on the required materials at the right time and in the right way
Conditions and skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Experience in procurement management of not less than 7 years

Join The Grandeur as an Executive Secretary!
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Executive Secretary in Jeddah to provide top-level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This role is crucial for ensuring the efficiency and smooth management of the executive office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the CEO’s calendar and schedule appointments and travel arrangements.
• Prepare and organize documents, reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO.
• Screen and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and requests professionally.
• Organize and attend meetings, taking minutes and ensuring follow-up on action items.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Coordinate communication between the CEO and other departments or external partners.
• Assist in the preparation of board meetings, reports, and executive-level events.
• Maintain organized and accessible files and records.
• Track deadlines and keep the CEO informed and well-prepared.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 25 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in executive-level support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• The ability to work well under pressure.