procurement specialist.

The company offers for the Procurement Specialist position:

• Competitive salary package
• Career development and opportunities
• Health plan
• Tickets
• Bonus scheme
• Pension plan

The responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist position include:

• Communicate with business stakeholders to understand business requirements and enable them to achieve high value results through Procurement
• Coordinate the implementation of agreed procurement strategies and monitor supplier performance through consistent communication with internal/external stakeholders
• Liaise with Group Procurement Category Managers/Buyers to ensure the implementation of agreed Procurement Strategies on Group Categories within Greek Region
• Build relationships with suppliers, facilitating the flow of information within the organization in terms of new products and services
• Conduct routine supplier business reviews and evaluate suppliers based on various criteria such as price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, supplier’s reputation and history
• Analyze market conditions & purchase data to identify trends and opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and develop alternatives
• Generate reports and prepare presentations for summarizing procurement activity and market trends
• Actively support the procurement process from purchase requisitions review, RfQ/RfP creation/delivery,
• quotations analysis and evaluation and purchase order placement through receipt of products and subsequent payment of invoices
• Actively support the preparation and revision of the company’s purchase budget, providing timely and advanced price forecasts and verifying sourcing plans with business stakeholders.
• Responsible for structuring proposals for the procurement of goods and services, focusing on long-term and sustainable supply agreements that capture regional/international market conditions.
• Identify sourcing risks in a timely and proactive manner, seeking alternatives and securing the optimum sourcing plan of materials critical for the cement plants operation.

The ideal candidate for the Procurement Specialist position should have:

• BSc/MSc degree preferably in Engineering or Business or Supply Chain or relevant field
• Master’s degree in business administration/supply chain management will be considered an asset
• Good knowledge of international commercial shipping and trading terms and import regulations
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of cost drivers and ability to apply within negotiations, development of strategies and embarking upon sourcing improvement opportunities 
• Very good understanding of accounting, inventory, budgeting, and purchasing activities
• SAP MM module knowledge will be considered a strong asset

• Results driven and solutions-oriented approach
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• Team player and solid interpersonal skills
• Ability to exercise independent judgment & manage competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills both in Greek & English language

• 2-5 years of professional experience in a purchasing, logistics or supply chain department

Vasilis Perivolas+30 216 6001369Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. ​ All applications are considered strictly confidential.