Procurement Specialist

Job Purpose

To ensure business continuity and operational efficiency of procurement activities in Braila, Romania by managing end‑to‑end purchasing processes in line with Al Dahra Group policies and SAP Ariba standards.

Key Accountabilities

Procurement Operations

• Initiate, manage, and execute procurement processes in SAP Ariba, in compliance with Group Procurement policies.
• Manage sourcing activities for goods and services required by local operations, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery efficiency.
• Prepare and evaluate RFQs/RFPs, negotiate commercial terms, and issue purchase orders.
• Ensure accurate documentation and end‑to‑end traceability of procurement transactions.

Supplier & Category Support

• Support supplier identification, evaluation, and onboarding in line with Group standards.
• Maintain and update supplier information, pricing structures, and contractual data.
• Monitor supplier performance and support resolution of delivery, quality, or compliance issues.
• Contribute to category insights and spend visibility, supporting medium‑term sourcing strategies.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a procurement partner to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure alignment between business needs and procurement execution timelines.
• Support continuity of services during periods of reduced team capacity.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with:
• Internal Procurement Policies
• Delegation of Authority (DOA)
• Local legislation and Group compliance requirements
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate procurement documentation.

Qualifications

• University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Professional procurement certifications are an advantage.

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles.
• Hands‑on experience working with ERP procurement systems (SAP Ariba preferred).
• Exposure to multi‑category procurement and operational environments is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of procurement processes and sourcing principles.
• Commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage priorities in a lean team environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and compliance mindset.
• Good communication skills in English (working proficiency).

Behavioral Competencies

•           Negotiation & Influence: Apply effective negotiation tactics within set parameters.

•           Data Handling & Analysis: Use data to support decisions and supplier evaluations

•           Supplier Management: Maintain supplier information and performance logs with accuracy.

•           Procurement Tools & Systems: Proficient in ERPs and sourcing systems (e.g., SAP).

•           Compliance & Risk Awareness: Understand the importance of policies, contract terms, and risk controls.

•           Customer Service Orientation: Acts responsively and constructively toward stakeholders.

•           Collaboration & Teamwork: Engages cross-functionally and supports a culture of success.

      Potential for future development