Job Description

Title:Buyer

KBR is looking for a Procurement Specialist (Buyer) to join our team for an exciting opportunity supporting the USAID NexGen Global Health Supply Chain Program as Integrated Procurement Service Agent (PSA). This is a full-time position based in Dubai, UAE that will accommodate a hybrid remote/office work schedule. The Procurement Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the Category Manager within the Procurement team and actively participate in the achievement of the PSA objectives, ensuring the products are sourced, ordered and delivered on time for the fulfilment of the clients' orders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Negotiates favorable terms with suppliers for the procurement of goods, services and supplies. Effectively prioritizes and executes tasks to ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase orders. Tracks delivery status and resolves defects and delivery problems with suppliers. Conducts suppliers' registration, qualification and performance evaluations. Ensures all tasks are executed to meet or exceed set KPIs. Ensures procurement execution and maintains procurement files in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy. Works closely with other functions and the business areas of the PSA (i.e. warehouse, logistics and quality assurance) to ensure accurate and timely fulfilment of the client order. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience Undergraduate degree from an accredited university, or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree. Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management. Excellent written and oral English Language and any other foreign language.

Required Skills/Training/Competencies Successful experience in sourcing, negotiation and purchasing of medical equipment, consumables and pharmaceuticals. Demonstrated success in developing and fostering relationships with suppliers. High competency level in use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum). Experience in the use of an ERP and Demand Planning System for purchasing activities. Deltek/Costpoint experience is preferred. Ability to work productively in high-paced environment, keeping emotions under control in difficult situations, maintaining positive outlook at work, accepting constructive criticism and learning from it.

Standard Company Requirements Must comply with Safety, Health and Environmental plan, policies, and procedures. Must comply with the Quality Assurance plan, policies and procedures. Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance. Responsible for completing all required training. Perform other assignments and duties, as required. KBR is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

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