Purchasing Specialist - Avenues Stores

IKEA

Kuwait
Permanent
Full-time

18 days ago
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Company DescriptionThe IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at affordable prices. We are part of IKEA Al-Homaizi Limited, operating in three countries - Kuwait, Jordan, and Morocco.We are an equal opportunities employer. We hire and treat our co-workers in a manner that does not discriminate with regards to gender, race, colour, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, nationality, political opinion, union affiliation, social or ethnic origin.Our keywords are Home, People, Happiness, Development, Leadership, Inclusion & Diversity, All with Passion!Join us to bridge your dreams and unique ideas within an organization that believes in People!Job Description

Support manager in locating and identifying new vendors of materials or supplies, meet them and negotiate prices, agreements and agree terms of sales which is most beneficial to the company.
Understand the impact of your actions on the financial results of the company.
Look for effective ways to reduce costs.
Timely follow-up on the invoices and submit to the finance department for payment, where ever relevant to ensure smooth payment process for our suppliers.
Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained regarding quotations, purchase orders, invoices etc.
Actively promote the IKEA social and environmental commitment and work with my team to understand how, together, we can contribute to sustainability.
Commit to the high standards of ethical conduct when dealing with suppliers and customers and embrace the IKEA way.
Any security breaches must be notified concerned authority and manager.
Be aware of all security related emergency response and follow the policy and procedures.
Adhere to IKEA supply chain and security policy, and report to concern manager in case of any identified security breaches.
Coordinate with Lawyer for making new contracts with suppliers.

Qualifications

Ability to work independently and reliably on agreed working methods.
Good attention to detail and being persistent, structured and accurate.
Ability to make things happen by championing flexibility, speed and simplicity.
Excellent negotiation skills.

Additional InformationA few more details for youThis position is full-time and is located in Kuwait.Please send your CV in English and tell us why you would be a good fit for this role.

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