Based in Karachi, this role is responsible for managing the procurement of all indirect materials, ensuring competitive pricing without compromising quality. The position oversees the complete Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process across multiple sites, including Quetta and Karachi plants, Korangi Plant, Corporate Office in Lahore, and Korangi Warehouses. The incumbent will ensure timely delivery of materials aligned with business requirements, maintaining smooth operations across these locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Arrange quotations for generating purchase requisitions (PRs) and budgeted capital expenditures (Capex).
- Receive and process purchase requisitions following standard operating procedures (SOP), including sorting PRs, Goods Receipt Notes (GRN), Stock Entry Slips (SES), and invoices/bills.
- Float Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Information (RFIs) to relevant vendors, ensuring quotations are collected within agreed timelines.
- Organize samples, meetings, and market visits to identify competitive quotations and reliable sources.
- Prepare and compare statements or file notes covering technical aspects; involve technical personnel for higher-value or complex goods.
- Coordinate with multiple internal users and suppliers to manage procurement lead times as per SOP.
- Obtain approvals on comparative statements or file notes in accordance with Delegation of Authority (DOA).
- Follow up with suppliers on pending deliveries and resolve related issues such as GRN, SES, invoices, undertakings, and tax exemptions.
- Prepare month-end reports using SAP, including Stamp Duty, spend reports, Purchase Order details, Parking Reports, and Spend Analysis Reports. Compile data in Excel and PowerPoint formats for submission to management.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Engineering (BE), or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- 3 to 5 years of experience in technical procurement.
Skills and Competencies
- Ability to handle stressful situations effectively.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
- Proficient stakeholder management with a focus on results.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel and SAP systems.
- Versatile, proactive, and assertive approach to work.
Company Values
- Commitment to building products that inspire pride.
- Passionate, agile, and courageous work culture.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Focus on patient wellbeing as a priority.
- Dedication to enhancing the quality of life in the communities served.
- Creating opportunities for partners to thrive.
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization that values innovation, quality, and social impact. Candidates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of managing complex procurement processes across multiple sites will find this position rewarding.