Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
AZADEA Group is a premier lifestyle retail company that owns and operates more than 40 leading international franchise concepts in fashion and accessories, food and beverage, home furnishings, sporting goods, multimedia and beauty and cosmetics across the Middle East and Africa spread across 13 countries overseeing more than 700 stores.
JOB PURPOSE
The Procurement Services Specialist at Azadea's Business Services is responsible for executing transactional and comprehensive professional procurement activities to deliver an effective and efficient end-to-end service to the group.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute transactions in accordance with specified procedures to ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions.
- Receive, process, and fulfill requests, ensuring timely and appropriate handling in alignment with established business requirements.
- Monitor procedural compliance to guarantee adherence to all systems.
- Remain updated on new products and market trends through continuous research and identify potential suppliers.
- Address internal shops requests that can be fulfilled from within the warehouse or suppliers.
- Ensure the delivery and maintenance of a superior level of customer service, aiming to satisfy internal customers by meeting internal Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and promptly addressing requests.
Qualifications
LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS
Language Proficiency
- Fluency in English.
- Fluency in French is a plus.
Technical Skills
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE
Two to four years of experience in a similar role.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Manages Complexity
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. For example, gathers basic information to understand a problem and find a solution. Seeks to understand and apply systematic problem-solving methods; distinguishes symptoms from underlying problems.
Resourcefulness
Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently. For example, identifies and obtains resources needed to accomplish objectives; identifies different ways to accomplish work when resources are limited. Makes progress across multiple priorities or responsibilities.
Collaborates
Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. For example, readily involves others to accomplish goals; stays in touch and shares information; discourages "us versus them" thinking; shows appreciation for others' ideas and input.
Communicates Effectively
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. For example, seeks out others' perspectives and asks good questions. Shares information that people want to know; gives appropriate context and details when speaking.
Persuades
Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. For example, gives many insightful suggestions and offers thoughtful positions, once informed about the issues. Thinks carefully and solicits insight into how to build a compelling argument that resonates with others' interests.
