Procurement Coordinator

Job description / Role

Wood is currently recruiting for a Procurement Coordinator (Iraqi local nationals) this position, and work pattern is 6 Days A week 1 day OFF, we can only consider applications from local Iraqi nationals residing in Basra and surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will be able to work under minimum level of supervision in a heavy workload environment. The Purchasing Coordinator will be a professional responsible for managing the procurement process for an organization. They will assist with planning and executing the procurement of necessary items to support organizational objectives. Additionally, they ensure that the procurement process is executed in a cost-effective and timely manner. This role is critical, as the organization's ability to procure necessary items at the proper time and cost impacts the overall business operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviewing purchase requests from various departments
- Conducting market research to identify potential suppliers.
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers
- Tracking inventory levels and generating purchase orders
- Coordinating with other departments to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Resolving vendor disputes and discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate records of purchases, contracts, and inventory levels
- Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
- Participating in budget planning and cost-saving
- A strong technical aptitude is a must for a Purchasing Coordinator.
- This individual should be comfortable with and proficient in using all types of procurement- related software and systems.
- These may include enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms, supplier relationship management (SRM) tools, automated purchasing software, and inventory management software.
- Experience with these systems is of value, and candidates who cite experience with such systems will be at an advantage in the hiring process.
- Effective Communication
- collaborative spirits are equally important.
- Individual Objectives/KPIs
- Departmental Objectives
- Continuous Improvements
- Job cost performance

- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- A degree in business, finance, or supply chain management can be advantageous, though it is not a strict requirement.
- In lieu of a degree, relevant work experience may be considered. Proving that the candidate has a solid foundation in the principles and practices of procurement and vendor selection.
- Continuous Improvement.
- Management system development
- Negotiations on competitive pricing & Delivery

About the Company

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.