Procurement coordinator

Siemens Mobility is currently operating and maintaining the Education City Tram network. The People Mover System (PMS) is the first low floor catenary-free tram system in the world. It uses a Hybrid Energy System (HES) which incorporates a combination of super-capacitors and batteries to power the tram between charging locations along the line. It is manually operated on line of sight rules and the system is being designed in compliance with BO Strab regulations and guidance. 11 km of track serves both the North and South Campuses of Education City and 19 trams of the Siemens Avenio range are in operation. Siemens Mobility is seeking to strengthen its Team of Operations & Maintenance professionals. To be successful in the role, you will have to be of a rigorous character, a fervent Team player with a sense of ownership.

Job Summary:

The Procurement coordinator is responsible for overseeing the procurement process, and ensuring that the company's purchasing policies and procedures are followed. This role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, drafting and maintaining the internal procurement plan, follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery, managing supplier relationships, evaluating supplier performance, to meet the company's procurement needs efficiently and cost-effectively.

What are my responsibilities?

• Coordinate procurement operations with suppliers and stakeholders (both internal and external)
• Draft sourcing schedules/ procurement plan based on project/ O&M requirements
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand the RFQ requirements.
• Run independent RFQ for sundry material procurement.
• Gather data on vendor performance and propose improvements.
• Highlight sourcing issues for management's action.
• Maintain procurement database and documentation.
• Maintain sourcing documentation in the procurement management system.
• Maintain vendor information and records.
• Manage vendor contracts.
• Track the order confirmation receiving against Purchase order and follow up for timely delivery.
• Monitor vendors' performance.
• Supervise the P2P (Purchase to Pay) process to ensure streamlined operation during operation and maintenance.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience of 3 years or more in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within a large, multinational organization.
  
  

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good documentation skills.
• Effective written and verbal skills to interact with people at all levels and functions inside and outside of the company.