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The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and procuring supplies for Boutiqaat. This includes identifying and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of quality goods. The role supports the strategic goals of the purchasing department and production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery terms
• Negotiate prices and contracts, manage purchase orders, and maintain records
• Collaborate with logistics and warehouse teams to coordinate deliveries and inventory levels
• Review and process invoices, prepare cost reports, and ensure accurate data entry in SAP
• Monitor product quality, resolve discrepancies, and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Support finance with cost evaluations and closing procedures

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field
• 3–4 years of experience in purchasing or procurement
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, and data analysis skills
• Proficient in supplier relations and contract management
• Excellent communication, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Familiar with SAP and inventory systems
• Detail-oriented and results-driven

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Purchasing and Product Management
• Industries Retail Apparel and Fashion

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• Responsible for capital equipment, services , food ingredients, packaging sourcing and procurement activities within assigned categories/locations
• Collaborates with the project team to establish requirements and execute the full sourcing process to meet the defined technical scope of projects
• Develop, lead and execute food and non-food sourcing strategies
• Work closely with the Operations team, Automation team, and Maintenance teams to enable fast execution of assets/ equipment procurement decisions
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
• Communicate with stakeholders (Supply chain, engineering, Finance, and kitchen team) to ensure clear requirements and services documentation
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers for Kitchen equipment and services
• Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand while determining the quantity and timing of deliveries
  
  

• Focuses on increasing productivity by introducing smart equipment to decrease manual work
• Must have had a minimum of 3 years of previous proven experience as a purchasing officer or similar position
• Knowledge of the Kuwait inbound logistics cycle (customs clearance, Clearing Agent)
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Interest in market dynamics along with a business sense
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Ability to gather and analyze data
• Solid judgment along with decision-making skills
• Strong leadership capabilities
  
  

• Assist in procurement operations, including sourcing, vendor selection, and order placement.
• Ensure timely purchase and delivery of materials while maintaining quality standards.
• Support the management of inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to address procurement needs.
• Assist in analyzing supplier performance and maintain vendor relationships.
• Prepare procurement-related reports and assist in cost analysis and performance tracking.
• Help maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and inventory records.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field such as Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in procurement or related fields.
• Language: Fluency in English is required
  
  

Zain is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region’s first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly. Read more here:

The Commercial Procurement Account Manager/Sr. is responsible for purchasing all company’s commercial requirements and handling communications with suppliers and internal requests.

1. Handle end-to-end procurement activities (RFQs, POs, tenders, evaluations)
2. Communicate and coordinate with internal departments and vendors
3. Analyze procurement data and identify cost-saving opportunities
4. Prepare reports, summaries, and updates on procurement KPIs
5. Review and evaluate contracts and vendor offers
6. Execute procurement decisions while ensuring alignment with policies
7. Ensure timely processing and follow-up on procurement requests
8. Follow-up on the Group BE initiatives and coordinate with Zain Opcos
9. Perform all the above-mentioned roles and responsibilities in compliance with the Information Security Management System (ISMS) policies and report any information/physical security breaches or incidents immediately
10. Adhere to all environmental requirements set by statutory bodies in Kuwait or by Zain Group policies
11. Fulfill occupational health and safety certification requirements, establishing and maintaining an OH&S management system that eliminates hazards, minimizes OH&S risks, takes advantage of OH&S opportunities, and addresses nonconformities

• Strong knowledge of procurement and sourcing processes
• CIPS certification or relevant procurement and supply chain experience (Preferred)
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Data analysis and reporting skills using Excel or Power BI
• Contract review and evaluation knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in documentation

To be considered for the position, you will need to meet all of the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration or Supply Chain fields
• 1-3 years’ experience in a related field

If you meet the criteria and are enthusiastic about the role, we welcome your application. To complete the application, you will need the following document(s):

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience
• Visa 18 (Ahli) holders only
• Immediate joiners preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively in Arabic
  
  

• Manage the complete procurement process: sourcing, inquiry, evaluation, recommendation, and follow-up until goods are received and cleared
• Manage procurement of furniture and building materials
• Handle international suppliers and ensure timely delivery
• Source materials specific to furniture manufacturing and trading
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure accurate purchasing
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and accurate records
  
  

Mid-Level | Kuwait| TS/SCI w/ CI Poly

ABOUT US:

A2 Federal is an 8(a) and Service Disabled, Veteran-Owned, Small Business offering 360 degree-trained personnel with expertise in analysis, operations, and mission support. We strive to provide exceptional services to our partners and U.S. military and government agencies world-wide. We believe in integrity, transparency, and respect, empowering our teammates. We offer industry competitive salaries alongside a comprehensive and competitive fringe benefits package.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. This role will provide a multiple-discipline skill set using Structured Analytic (SA) techniques by sorting, convergent/divergent thinking, and competing hypotheses analysis to merge data into tailored, near, and long-term assessments with confidence ratings derived from Director of National Intelligence (DNI) standards.
2. Throughout this process, you will focus and generate a common operational picture depicting fused intelligence and information into finished products.
3. Assist in researching unclassified and classified databases for written products and monitor and analyze strategic and operational intelligence information.
4. Provide research support for analysts who produce Intelligence Community reports and briefings, and aid in researching, authoring, and coordinating threat assessments to support the Commander and/or leaders in the U.S. civilian intelligence community. You may assist with developing and maintaining analytical policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate degree + 4 years of intelligence analysis experience.
2. At least four years SIGINT experience within DoD or equivalent Government agencies.
3. Requires former MOS in 35S/P/N, 35B, 352B/PQ/R/S, 8F or equivalent specialty codes.
4. Be knowledgeable of Army/Joint SIGINT procedures, data processing systems such as CIDNE, RT-RG, NSANet, and associated SIGINT database/search engines.
5. Proficient in utilizing basic computer applications, mIRC, Jabber Chat, and intelligence-related automation in support of analytical efforts and product development.
6. Possess strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
7. Be capable of effectively operating as a member of an analytical team from a remote location in support of CENTCOM AOR requirements.
8. Possess working knowledge of relevant NSA tasking, collection, processing, reporting procedures, and communications architecture (PED).
9. Possess working knowledge of military ground and operations, target-area geography, place names, titles, and cultural norms, as well as relevant enemy objectives, tactics, techniques, and procedures.
10. Able to lift up to 20 pounds.
11. Able to walk throughout the job site to meet with employees.

• Provide a full range of clerical and administrative support to organization.
• Prepare letters, quotations, email correspondence, filing and documentation as required.
• Handle inventory and purchase of office supplies, stationery etc.
• Maintaining all company registrations, certificates, agency agreements, ISO standards etc.
• Assisting respective managers & departments with official correspondence
• Assist with tenders and preparation of tender bids/submittals.
• Assist with administration & renewals of Employee residency, contracts, vehicle registrations etc.
• To issue RFQs, solicit quotation and raise purchase orders to international & local suppliers as per internal purchase requisitions.
• To plan and executing logistics’ activities including nomination of freight forwarder, picking appropriate shipment methods to meet budget and delivery expectations, prepare all documentation etc.
• To maintain close communications and coordination with all concerned parties - supplier, freight forwarder, agent as well as concerned internal departments to ensure smooth delivery and management of materials.
  
  

• Must have a bachelor’s degree
• 5- 7 years experience doing similar duties at a reputable company
• Excellent in spoken and written English
• Experience handling sales administration and coordinating tender bids will be a plus.
• Comfortable working with ERP, Inventory control and MS Office software applications
  
  

We are hiring a Purchase Officer to handle sourcing and procurement of raw materials, packaging supplies, and equipment for the printing press. This position plays a vital role in maintaining smooth operations, reducing costs, and ensuring timely availability of materials. The right candidate will have experience dealing with paper suppliers, ink vendors, and local/international logistics.

Responsibilities:

1. Source reliable suppliers and negotiate favorable terms
2. Issue and track purchase orders and delivery schedules
3. Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand
4. Evaluate vendor performance and resolve supply issues
5. Maintain accurate procurement records and reports

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years in a purchasing role (printing industry preferred)
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of printing materials and local suppliers

The Loyalty Card Procurement Manager is responsible for managing Alshaya loyalty cards across brands, regions, and customers, including new and existing card allocation and the associated support infrastructure. This is a new role aimed at driving best practice activity. Specifically:

1. Establishes and manages the overall group card activity for all loyalty-based card schemes, including both physical and digital interfaces with customers.
2. Manages the procurement of loyalty cards across Alshaya, working with suppliers to ensure cost-effective solutions while exploring new engagement methods such as mobile apps, OCR, and smartphones.
3. Collaborates with the brands relationship team to ensure balanced loyalty card activity and representation across the portfolio.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years managing loyalty card programmes in an FMCG retail environment, preferably with international loyalty programmes for well-known brands.
• Expertise in Customer Relationship Management, data analysis, and loyalty card procurement.
• Understanding of digital platforms and their application for loyalty schemes and customer identity.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and apply insights to campaigns.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.

About The Company

M.H. Alshaya is a leading international franchise operator for over 70 retail brands, including Mothercare, H&M, Debenhams, and Starbucks. The company operates over 2,400 stores across multiple divisions and markets in the Middle East, North Africa, Russia, Turkey, and Europe, employing over 32,000 people from more than 110 nationalities.

Founded in Kuwait in 1890, Alshaya has established itself as an industry leader through local market understanding and a commitment to customer service. It invests continuously in talent and infrastructure, applying best practices across various operational areas. The Alshaya Group also operates in real estate, automotive, hotels, trading, and investments sectors.