Experienced Buyer

Job Description
Key role in the procurement team – responsible for all buying activities related to large and small projects. reports to the Director of Procurement.
• Ensuring timely and cost effective procurement process which minimizes commercial risk, enhances competitive advantage and meets client’s expect
• Preparing, evaluating, and issuing vendor bid lists for approval, RFQs, tender, bid summaries, subcontract and contract revisions
• Soliciting competitive quotations, determining the most effective supply source and negotiate with approved vendors
• Locate new sources, developing and manage vendors / contractors relationships
• Issuing Purchase Orders, negotiate progress payments, and terms and conditions
• Understanding interfaces between disciplines as well as the client to ensure processes and procedures are followed
• Expediting equipment and goods to meet scheduled deadlines
• Maintaining controls to monitor supplier performance and conformance to commercial terms
Desired Skills & Experience
• At least 8 years of relevant experience as a buyer
• Demonstrated ability to lead global procurement activities
• Willingness to travel abroad (few times a year)
• Strong communication skills both oral and written – Hebrew and English – a must
• Experience with SAP- Advantage
• Experience with buying mechanics and components – Advantage
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, including suppliers and internal customers
• Strong organizational skills to deal with competing priorities and manage their time appropriately