2 084 Procurement Specialist jobs in Bahrain

To develop, plan, manage and control the provision of procurement contracts & purchasing ensuring that the company’s contracts obligations are safeguarded and that business requirements are met in a cost effective and efficient manner. Ensure company business requirements are fulfilled from reliable sources by effective supplier selection and management.

1. Manage procurement processes from need identified by user, the invitation to RFQ/RFP, evaluation, recommendation, and negotiation; ensuring that the most competitive supplier is selected and the purchase/contract is finalized in optimized and timely manner.
2. Identify and implement the required purchase and contracts to cover Business Continuity Plan and Disaster Recovery.
3. Ensure that purchases and contracts are including the BCP & DR requirements.
4. Provide the link between the business and the function which ensures that the user needs are met and that contract and purchases are optimized.
5. Negotiate prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings including, but not limited to long term pricing agreements on critical and repetitive commodities, utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
6. Responsible for effective follow-up with suppliers and users as and when required. Analyze, negotiate and resolve disputes with suppliers. Actively manage the supplier relationships through communication and negotiation.
7. Provide business logistics support to the user function via attendance at the user management team meetings.
8. Act as an intermediate escalation point in all disputes with suppliers.
9. Engage with the Legal department on all legal issues affecting contracts and purchasing including delivering the full set of inputs for the contract preparation and negotiations of terms and conditions with suppliers, and to ensure that formal contracts and purchasing documents are in line with the professional and legal requirements to protect the Company’s legal and contractual rights at all times, and to provide the required level of confidentiality so as to maintain a quality image of the company, both externally and internally.
10. Report to the Legal department all cases of supplier’s breach of contract obligations, and jointly develop claims for reimbursement of liquidated damages and rectification of reported problems.
11. Develop, plan, manage and control the contracting and purchasing activities while ensuring quality and quantity in accordance with established procedures and the agreed Service Level Agreement.
12. Source, evaluate and pre-qualify suppliers in accordance with Company procedures.
13. Provide and develop management information using the procurement system and other computer facilities.
14. Carry out ad-hoc project work as directed, to meet users persistent and unplanned requirements.
15. Develop and maintain a coherent supply chain and supplier strategy. Provide advice to GFG staff and management where required, on matters relating to contracts and purchasing and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization.
16. Forecast demand, gather/receive historical demand information to identify any potential trends (e.g. seasonal trends), in liaison with users to acquire their procurement demand and requirements for the next year.
17. Carry out supplier relationship management activities which include supplier prequalification and supplier performance measure.
18. Develop sourcing strategy and identify procurement and logistics contingency plans. For the procurement contingency plan, outline secondary material sources and alternative purchasing methods (e.g. in case the purchasing system goes down, disaster recovery, market changes), by working closely with Business Continuity, Risk and Insurance departments to provide a disaster recovery plan and business continuity details such as back up suppliers, key procurement personnel, etc.
19. Ensure that all purchase orders/contracts are duly processed and that associated purchase orders/contracts are properly constructed.
20. Ensure all new suppliers have signed company standard non-disclosure agreement as to secure the confidentiality of company information.
21. Ensure timely renewal of contracts and purchases.
22. Ensure an efficient post-award administration of contracts and purchases, and of all related contractual documents (tender bonds, valid performance bonds and/or any other bank guarantees).
23. Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities and prepare reports and updates as and when required.
24. Monitor the implementation of contract obligations by suppliers and identify potential problems within Contracts & purchasing activities, delivery and project implementation delays. Analyze and implement corrective actions to limit the consequences of supplier’s failures and avoid repetition of such problems in the future.
25. Review, manage and negotiate contracts/purchases of unlimited BD value to ensure jointly with the superior that the maximum benefits are achieved and that Company’s legal rights are protected and managed in a manner that presents a professional image of GFG.

1. Bachelor's degree in Logistics Management, Supply chain or equivalent.
2. Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing.
3. A minimum of 7 years of procurement work experience.

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

THIS IS A FIXED TERM 1 YEAR NON-RENEWABLE CONTRACTUAL ROLE

About the role
: The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services to meet the organization's operational needs. This role ensures cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery while maintaining compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end procurement processes including supplier sourcing, RFQs, bid evaluation, and purchase orders.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors to secure favorable conditions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliability and service quality.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks, providing insights for cost savings and value improvement.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand requirements and align procurement strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and supplier databases.
• Support procurement audits and process improvement initiatives.

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of procurement or supply chain experience (industry-specific experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled
Procurement Specialist
to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for strategically sourcing and purchasing products, services, and supplies while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies and managing the complete procurement process for various projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute effective procurement strategies.
• Manage the complete procurement cycle for projects.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and control project costs to achieve budget goals.
• Guarantee quality standards are met in all purchased goods and services.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Expertise in risk management and strategic sourcing.
• Ability to manage and adhere to project schedules.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Job Objective:

Procure items for assigned categories and ensure their delivery to the agreed locations. Conduct the process for disposal of assigned assets.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Receive inputs from business on orders to be placed, ensure that all purchase orders and contracts are duly constructed and processed and ensure timely approvals for the same.
• Monitor purchase requests from business and actioned in accordance the policies and procedures of the department on timely manner.
• Provide technical advice to all users to ensure the most competitive deals from a technical and commercial perspective are achieved. Ensure best Procurement/Purchasing practices are available to support BNET's business effectively and efficiently.
• Receive requests for information on demand requirements from suppliers and respond to them within requisite timelines.
• Receive RFQ, RFP & RFI for evaluation of suppliers. Receive documents on technical evaluation conducted by end user departments and assist in conducting commercial evaluation of RFQs/RFPs received. Prepare a report with ranking of shortlisted suppliers for negotiation.
• Conduct market intel, demand management, cost/TCO analysis.
• Negotiate commercials and contract terms and conditions with potential suppliers. Provide recommendations for supplier selection.
• Engage with the Legal team on all legal issues affecting contracts, purchasing & supply, and ensure that formal contracts and purchasing documents are in line with the professional and legal requirements to always protect the company's legal and contractual rights. Provide the required level of confidentiality to maintain a quality image of BNET both externally and internally.
• Contract lifecycle management, including obligations tracking, renewals before expiry, contract leakage control.
• Identify potential problems within contracts & purchasing activities via effective management of suppliers and recommend and execute solutions for the potential problems.
• Ensure that end user department and supplier relationships are efficiently and effectively managed to enhance user satisfaction and ensure continuity of provision of quality products in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure vendor registration requests are processed and vendors are onboarded in accordance with the department policy and procedures.
• Assist in the Supplier pre-qualification process, receive information from top suppliers in the market for each category and ensure that the most qualified/reliable suppliers in terms of financial stability, market reputation, experience and performance are selected and recommended.
• Act as a caption to address all vendor relation matters (onboarding, tendering, prequalification, performance reporting and transacting with BNET).
• Issue tenders for auctioning scrapped items from stores.
• Ensure movement and release of assets for disposal.
• Implement procedures and controls at each Procurement process, such that all relevant procedural / legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost effective service to internal and external customers.
• Ensure continuous improvement of policies, processes, systems / structural programs, and procedures covering all functional activities.
• Provide relevant information to address employee queries related to Procurement.
• Ensure adherence to conflict-of-interest declarations, gifts/hospitality rules, data confidentiality.
• Operate BNET's ERP/e-sourcing solutions, along with reporting tools (e.g., Excel, PowerBI).
• Asset in data collection and reporting for departments operational KPIs.
• Monitor and maintain procurement commercial contracts repository (archiving, maintaining, reporting).

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, engineering, finance, or a related field, equivalent experience considered.

CIPS Level 2 or above preferred (or equivalent professional certification).

0 to +5 years' relevant procurement experience. Tender Board exposure, telecommunications or a similar industry is preferred, not essential.

General

• Ensure all materials and services required by the Company are sourced and procured in accordance with appropriate policies and processes.
• Review and validate all purchase requisitions.
• Obtain multiple quotations as per the Company's process.
• Issue timely purchase orders with complete details.
• Track and expedite deliveries.
• Maintain a full audit trail for all procurement transactions.
• Ensure compliance with financial authority (AFE/Budget approval).
• Monitor supplier performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in supplier meetings to ensure standards are adhered to regarding price and performance.
• Promote and develop the Company's safety and environmental policies.
• Collaborate with Finance and Contracts to ensure a smooth Procure to Pay process.
• Close all open purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Develop fixed price catalogues and upload onto MAXIMO.
• Consolidate the supplier base.
• Implement sourcing strategies as per the Kraljic model of purchasing.
• Identify opportunities for buying from alternate markets.
• Ensure all orders comply with applicable statutory regulations.

Qualifications

• Preferably educated to degree level in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Business Management.
• Working knowledge of purchase order terms and conditions.
• 6-8 years of experience

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical capability.
• Strive for continuous improvement and focus on results.
• Motivated team player.
• Proficiency in Procurement Business Systems (preferably MAXIMO).

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Have you used any procurement or ERP systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP, Oracle)?

Please specify

• Have you personally negotiated with suppliers or managed vendor performance (beyond raising purchase orders)?

Experience:

• procurement: 6 years (Required)

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for various goods and services.
• Conduct market research to identify and qualify potential suppliers.
• Develop and issue RFPs, RFQs, and tenders.
• Analyze supplier proposals and negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms.
• Foster strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and manage procurement databases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and provide procurement support.
• Resolve supplier disputes and address any supply chain issues proactively.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, spending, and savings.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Demonstrated experience in sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
• Solid understanding of procurement best practices and supply chain dynamics.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management capabilities.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Experience in the local market is a plus.

• Execute daily procurement activities, including requisition processing, purchase order creation, and order placement.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers, obtaining quotes and comparing offers based on price, quality, and delivery terms.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best possible pricing and terms.
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance meets contractual obligations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and databases.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with relevant departments to ensure timely replenishment of supplies.
• Process invoices and resolve any discrepancies with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, spend analysis, and supplier performance.
• Support internal stakeholders by responding to inquiries regarding orders and deliveries.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the procurement function.
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and best practices.
• Collaborate with finance and logistics teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of purchasing principles and supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Knowledge of local market conditions and suppliers is beneficial.
• Experience working in the Jidhafs, Capital, BH area is an advantage.

• Source, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and service.
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve the best value for the company.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively address any issues related to delivery, quality, or service.
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and potential cost-saving measures.
• Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for procurement consolidation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records, including contracts, pricing, and supplier information.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide timely support.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related supply chain role.
• Demonstrated experience in vendor sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, best practices, and market trends.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in the **Manama, Capital, BH** area is a plus.