Job description

A leading organization in Kuwait is seeking an experienced Assistant Procurement Manager to support and strengthen its procurement function. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, contract administration, and cost optimization while ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement best practices.

This role is ideal for a procurement professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with multiple business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiations, and purchase order management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service levels.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement requirements and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Support tendering and bidding activities in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure procurement documentation is accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
• Stay updated on market trends, pricing, and supplier developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of procurement experience, preferably within facilities management, manpower services, construction, real estate, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and contract management.
• Experience negotiating with local and international suppliers.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) is an advantage.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Professional and collaborative work environment
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Exposure to diverse procurement projects across multiple business sectors

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Skills

Preferred Competencies

• Commercial awareness
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Vendor relationship management
• Cost optimization
• Contract administration
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Team collaboration
• Ability to work under pressure
• Service Industry Exposure