مطلوب Lead Buyer لشركه The American University in Cairo - AUC

Purpose: Responsible for the sourcing and procurement process of the University requirements from goods and services from any point on globe in the most competitive and timely manner, assist in handling the administrative functions related to the processing of the university needs and requirements. Achieving cost savings and maintaining quality performance. Participate in supplier selection and negotiation processes. Analyze market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability and sources. Procures equipment, supplies and services for assigned area and in accordance with University guidelines; Reviews requisitions and bid specifications and negotiates purchase agreements or supply contracts; determines vendor sources, product needs and availability. Managing AUC projects procurement process, including planning, tendering, selecting, contract writing, monitoring, and closing/completing. The position requires a high degree of maturity, being conscientious and ethical to ensure control and the proper responsible expenditure of university funds.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Develop a first-class service organization that responds effectively to inquiries and engenders trust from the University community.
- Responsible for the purchase and acquisition of University projects needs, as well as the regularly required goods and services for campus maintenance purpose.
- Achieve cost savings and maintain quality performance.
- Assist in the budget process, the encumbrance management and related functions, whenever needed.
- Participate in developing and implementing the University procurement policies and procedures.