Supplier Sourcing Specialist
Erbil, Iraq
Full Time
Supply Chain & Logistics
5 days left
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A well-known company is looking for an experienced and motivated Supplier Sourcing Specialist to join its team in Erbil.
Job Description
The successful candidate will actively research the market, identify potential suppliers and manufacturers, communicate with suppliers, obtain and evaluate quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and support the company in developing a reliable and competitive supplier network.
Key Responsibilities
• Research and identify new suppliers and manufacturers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers.
• Contact suppliers and introduce the company's requirements and business needs.
• Request and evaluate quotations, offers, and commercial proposals.
• Compare suppliers based on price, quality, terms, reliability, and other relevant factors.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Conduct supplier research and preliminary supplier evaluation.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding samples, specifications, quality, and other requirements.
• Support supplier selection and procurement decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain professional supplier relationships.
• Continuously search for new sourcing opportunities and alternative suppliers.
• Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements.
• Conduct market research to identify competitive pricing and new suppliers.
• Travel abroad when required to meet suppliers, visit factories, attend meetings, and conduct business negotiations.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and commercial negotiations.
• Fluency in English is required. knowledge in other languages is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to research and identify new suppliers independently.
• Strong analytical and comparison skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
• Ability to travel internationally for business when required.
• Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Economics, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
Job Description
The successful candidate will actively research the market, identify potential suppliers and manufacturers, communicate with suppliers, obtain and evaluate quotations, negotiate commercial terms, and support the company in developing a reliable and competitive supplier network.
Key Responsibilities
• Research and identify new suppliers and manufacturers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers.
• Contact suppliers and introduce the company's requirements and business needs.
• Request and evaluate quotations, offers, and commercial proposals.
• Compare suppliers based on price, quality, terms, reliability, and other relevant factors.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Conduct supplier research and preliminary supplier evaluation.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding samples, specifications, quality, and other requirements.
• Support supplier selection and procurement decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain professional supplier relationships.
• Continuously search for new sourcing opportunities and alternative suppliers.
• Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements.
• Conduct market research to identify competitive pricing and new suppliers.
• Travel abroad when required to meet suppliers, visit factories, attend meetings, and conduct business negotiations.
• Perform other procurement-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and commercial negotiations.
• Fluency in English is required. knowledge in other languages is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to research and identify new suppliers independently.
• Strong analytical and comparison skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
• Ability to travel internationally for business when required.
• Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Economics, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
