Buyer II (Procurement | Manufacturing | Oil & Gas)
LocationCairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentOperations
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJul 9, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain
At least 3 years of experience in purchasing /procurement is required
Familiar with industry related commodities
Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors
Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills
Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers
Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public
Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Experience with data analytical tools like Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (JDE Preferred)
Experience in one or more of the following categories – Metals, Machining, MRO, Indirect Services
APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable
Lean/Six Sigma certification
Skills
Power BI
Tableau
Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
ERP/MRP
JDE
About the role
Job Purpose:
The Buyer position requires a knowledge of basic purchasing functions. The Buyer must be able to apply this knowledge when reviewing requisitions for materials and/or equipment purchases to find the best purchasing opportunity for Industries with respect to cost, quality and delivery.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities:
• Ensure optimal flow of material from suppliers to manufacturing/distribution facilities in alignment with the operations plan
• Work with cross functional teams to identify critical materials and/or equipment
• Review requisitions for material and equipment to determine best vendor based on price, delivery, and quality with minimal supervision
• Develop bid lists and bid packages for the purchase of materials and equipment
• Evaluate vendor quotations to ensure price, quality, and delivery
• Provide procurement recommendations of vendor selections obtained through the evaluation of vendor quotations and other comparative analysis
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of commodities being purchased
• Demonstrate very good knowledge of MRP planning and inventory management principles
• Ability to evaluate purchase lot size economics to optimize inventory levels while minimizing stock outs and excess inventory
• Implement effective strategy for various direct material categories that reduce cost, secure supply, support inventory levels and minimize supply chain disruptions
• Monitor purchase price variance proactively and take steps to mitigate cost inflation
• Support Sourcing Category Manager by identifying opportunities for alternate sources or cost reduction exercise
• Understand standard terms and conditions for purchases and how they protect the company from risks and liabilities with minimal supervision
• Establish compliance reviews to ensure internal processes and suppliers meet or exceed and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Apply standard processes while meeting business requirements in accordance with Procurement’s policies and procedures with minimal supervision
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Requirements
Required Education & Preferred Certifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain
• At least 3 years of experience in purchasing /procurement is required
• Experience in one or more of the following categories desirable – Metals, Machining, MRO, Indirect Services
Certificates & Licenses
• APICS or ISM certifications highly desirable
• Lean/Six Sigma - Preferred
Required Knowledge / Skills
• Familiar with industry related commodities
• Strong interpersonal skills and capable of building strong relationships with internal customers, as well as vendors
• Strong analytical, problem solving and time management skills
• Able to work in a team and take direction from management or senior level peers
• Strong communication (written and oral) and organization skills
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, safety of company assets and employees and the general public
• Proficient in Microsoft applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Experience with data analytical tools like Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (JDE Preferred)
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