To procure all required materials, supplies, services and equipment for VeBes O&M, prepare all the relevant contract documentation and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of optimal quality and cost-effective materials and services in line with the organization\'s needs to comply with business objectives in the short, medium and long terms through continuous improvement and in accordance with the terms of O&M contract and the Integrated Management System.Job responsibilities
Procurement duties : Implement, update and enforce all the framework agreements & internal procedures related to VeBes O&M procurement activities.
Ensure the correct implementation of all relevant company policies and procedures
Follow the Lean for Value approach and aim for continuous improvements
Perform regular evaluation of suppliers and contractors as per internal procedures
Prepare and call for tenders for product/service procurement, evaluate the bids and negotiate contractual terms (prices, delivery time, penalties), based on technical specifications defined by other VeBes O&M departments
Ensure the suppliers/ subcontractors are reliable and monitor their performance.
Leverage VeBes O&M / Veolia/ Besix framework agreement templates for the supply of Products or Maintenance Services (based on technical specifications defined by other VeBes O&M departments)
Liaise with internal departments as required in order to identify their procurement needs, specifications, quantities, etc. and follow-up with them on a regular basis in order to ensure timely procurement of materials
Initiate renegotiations/renewals of all local agreements well in advance of the expiry dates to ensure timely renewal
Use the CMMS and/or any other purchase history available to monitor price fluctuations in material, equipment or services and avoid unreasonable increase in prices given the market conditions
Investigate and identify new suppliers and alternative products/services, whether within the UAE and GCC region or internationally, using publicly available resources and available shareholder resources.
Follow up and efficiently manage the different procurement stages from the purchase
request to the delivery of service or material to ensure the products/services are delivered on time and conform to the specific purchase requirements
Remain updated on current developments in the field of purchasing, prices, market conditions and new products through price benchmarking
Identify and monitor key spending areas with the aim to prioritize purchasing activities
Propose and implement best practices in procurement management based on past experience, international and Veolia and/or Besix internal best practices
Follow, report and supervise the purchase savings in Shareholder Efficiency plans.
Initiate and oversee inventory counts on both plants (spare parts and consumables)
Manage all aspects related to scrap sales
Attend meetings, trade shows, seminars, etc. as requested.
Responsible for all logistic functions such as import and export of goods for local and
international shipments and coordinate with the clearing agent/ customs representatives to clear shipments on time.
Initiate, coordinate and monitor audit processes as and when required.
Perform any duties requested by the Finance Manager or VeBes Management.
Arrange credit facilities with new/existing suppliers and minimize advance payments
Maximize savings and purchasing performance through relevant KPI\'s
Arrange regular meetings with suppliersWork attitude
Take initiative and always act in professional and ethical manner.
Represent the company in a courteous, helpful and business-like behavior.
Maintain an uncompromised level of confidentiality and integrity related to all VeBes information and procurement in general.
Adhere to and encourage adherence to all corporate policies and procedures
Lead by example, be friendly and helpful.Team work and Collaboration
Coordinate with Finance department for payable issues like amendment of LPO, advance payments, Delivery Note issues, etc
Liaise with the operational team, storekeepers and finance to solve all payment related queries, documentation issues and disputes by customers
Maintain coordination and effective working relationships with the other teams
Participate in overtime tasks as required from time to time
Participate in regional meetings and collaboration initiativesOrganizing and Reporting
Ensure that all internal/external reporting is performed promptly and accurately.
Organize soft & hard files
Update management reports & HO monthly reports within specified time.
Produce other reports when required by managementCommunication
Report all relevant information to the Management promptly and accurately.
Ensure effective and prompt communication within the company.
Liaise and communicate with stakeholders on authorized procurement matters as and when appropriate.Requirements: Education Level
Accredited and recognized degree/ diploma in Procurement or equivalent.Experience
5 years continuous experience in a industrial business environment.Technical Skills
Excellent knowledge of procurement practice and management.
Innovative and continuous improvement mindset.
Good knowledge of VAT related matters and relation to procurement
Effective problem identification, problem solving and improvement implementation.Communication
Good command of written and spoken English.
Able to transfer knowledge to colleagues, interns and students.
Ensure proper organizational recording and record keeping related to HSE.
Communicate accurately, correctly, timely, effectively and in an appropriate manner using email, documentation and verbally.IT Skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), Google suite and apps.
Proficiency in Infor and NavisionABOUT THE COMPANYVeolia is the world\'s largest environmental services company.For over 160 years, Veolia has provided public and private sectors with Water, Energy and Waste Management solutions and services which are vital to human development and sustainable growth.With over 200,000 employees on five continents, Veolia designs practical solutions for the management (operation, treatment, distribution and/or supply) of Water, Waste and Energy. Through these three complementary activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, to preserve available resources and to renew them.Veolia Group achieved revenues of EUR 28.5billion in 2021. (In 2020) the Veolia Group served 95mn inhabitants with drinking water, 62mn with sanitation, produced nearly 43mn MWH of energy, and recycled 47mn tonnes of waste.Veolia aims to become the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Our goal is to build a better 21st century. We therefore see ourselves as #resourcers.VEOLIA IN THE NEAR & MIDDLE EASTVeolia has operated in the Middle East for over 30 years, providing innovative and sustainable water & waste services to industries, governments & communities, retail and commercial businesses.Veolia has more than 3,000 employees in the Near & Middle East and a strong regional network of ~12 offices in the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey.Veolia currently has over 6,000 project references of work delivered in the region, and continues to develop new projects through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes.

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