234 Sap Procurement jobs in Bahrain

Location: Bahrain
Industry: Retail
Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced SAP Finance professional looking to advance your career? Our client, a leading group of companies in Bahrain, is seeking a talented and detail-oriented SAP Finance Model Consultant to join their dynamic team.

• Support and maintain the SAP Finance system to ensure optimal performance and compliance with organizational standards.

• Collaborate with IT team members to deliver SAP Finance requirements, including developing work program timelines, risk assessments, and design documents.
• Provide expert guidance on complex SAP Finance system issues and ensure seamless integration with other systems.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of SAP Finance modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Asset Accounting.
• Partner with client technology teams and third-party alliances to ensure effective system support and integration.
• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits related to SAP Finance systems and recommend actionable improvements.
• Communicate effectively with finance and technology executives to align project goals and expectations.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective project execution and stakeholder engagement.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or a related field.
• Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on experience in SAP Finance model with proven expertise in SAP S/4HANA.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of SAP Finance modules and ERP business processes.
  • Expertise in SAP security and business process concepts.
  • Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and audits related to SAP Finance systems.
  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

Join us in shaping the future of SAP Finance systems. Apply now and make your mark!

Job Objective:

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategic:

• Assist in preparing the strategy and the strategic initiatives for the sub-function aligned to the Procurement Strategy
• Support in monitoring, tracking and reporting performance against strategic initiatives

Financial:

• Assist in preparing the budget for the sub-function
• Support in monitoring and tracking adherence to the approved budget
• Achieve cost reductions goals in line with the aims and objectives of the Company productivity goal
• Collect demand requirements from purchasing requisitions / stock replenishments and ensure adherence to budgets and approvals
• Conduct asset disposal through bidding process. Evaluate bids and negotiate with bidders to ensure maximization of value to be recovered from scrapped / discarded items, prepare best and final offer (BAFO) and recommend winning bid

Operational:

• Receive inputs from business on orders to be placed, ensure that all purchase orders/ contracts are duly constructed and processed and ensure timely approvals for the same
• 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 Batelco’s business effectively and efficiently
• Receive requests for information on demand requirements from suppliers and respond to them within requisite timelines
• Receive RFQ (if budget is 2000-20,000) / RFP (anything above 20,000) 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
• 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 protect the Company’s legal and contractual rights at all times. Provide the required level of confidentiality so as to maintain a quality image of Batelco both externally and internally
• 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

• 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
• 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

People:

• Take ownership for attending the trainings as per the plan
• Take ownership for completing PMS process, employee engagement surveys in time
• Continuously share the knowledge and understanding of the telecom industry and business trends

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):

• Identifying and sourcing qualified suppliers for various goods and services.
• Negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and contract conditions with vendors.
• Managing supplier relationships, evaluating performance, and ensuring adherence to agreements.
• Developing and implementing effective procurement strategies to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Reviewing bids and proposals, conducting vendor selection processes.
• Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of materials.
• Ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and databases.
• Collaborating with internal departments to understand their procurement needs.
• Identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement within the procurement function.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably in a relevant industry.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, best practices, and market trends.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of international trade and import/export regulations is a plus.

• Source and procure materials, equipment, and services according to company requirements.
• Identify and vet potential suppliers, ensuring quality and reliability.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
• Manage the purchase order process from creation to completion.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze supplier performance and manage relationships.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely delivery.
• Resolve any procurement-related issues or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and practices.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• CIPS or CPSM certification is a plus.