Associate Procurement Specialist

Associate Procurement Specialist
Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for hospitality, institutional and industrial markets, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience of trending operations in the markets relating to all aspects of our logistics and supply chain division.
What’s in it for you:
Gain practical experience in procurement and supply chain management.
Work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.
Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
What you will do:
Facilitate in the full cycle of procurement processes including conducting RFQ , price updates to ERP system and ensuring payment process to vendors
Support the Directs procurement team in keeping accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Conduct data gathering exercises (review supplier transactions and spend).
Support in the Vendor Registration/Update Process and Vendor Credit form applications
Update all certificates for Suppliers that have expired/will expire
Update all overdue Proprietary Information Agreements for Suppliers
Position Details:
Job Title: Associate Procurement Specialist
Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Company: Nalco Water, Ecolab
Work schedule: Full time, 40 hours a week, 5 days a week
Qualifications:
Degree Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field.
Minimum 6 months experience in procurement or administrative role
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Presentation skills necessary to professionally represent to the supplier.
The ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, interact professionally with a diverse group of managers, and subject matter experts.