Asst. Manager/Deputy Manager – Procurement, Akij Ready Mix Concrete Ltd.

* Spearhead end-to-end procurement of limestone and crushed stone, driving strategic partnerships with local and international suppliers to achieve cost efficiency and supply continuity. * Architect and implement sourcing strategies, identifying and onboarding new suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and uninterrupted supply chains. * Drive market analysis and trend monitoring, leveraging insights to inform procurement decisions and mitigate risks associated with limestone and crushed stone pricing and availability. * Lead international procurement efforts, navigating complex import processes, negotiating contracts, and coordinating logistics with freight forwarders, shipping lines, and clearing agents. * Foster strong relationships with local suppliers and quarry operators, ensuring timely delivery, quality compliance, and favorable pricing terms for locally sourced materials. * Manage vendor performance, conducting evaluations and resolving disputes related to supply, quality, or payments to ensure seamless partnerships. * Champion cost savings and budget control, negotiating contracts, monitoring procurement budgets, and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reduction. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, logistics, and finance, to drive demand planning, ensure uninterrupted supply chains, and optimize inventory management. * Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and import regulations, maintaining accurate documentation and supporting audits with procurement records and contracts.