Foreign Procurment Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement foreign procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.

• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with international suppliers and manufacturers to secure competitive prices and favorable terms.

• Manage the procurement of chemical and industrial raw materials, ensuring quality and compliance with specifications.

• Oversee the complete import cycle, including purchasing, shipping, customs clearance, and final delivery.

• Monitor global market trends, raw material prices, freight costs, and supply chain risks.

• Manage supplier contracts, payment terms, and commercial claims.

• Ensure compliance with Egyptian import regulations, including ACID, NAFEZA, customs, and GOEIC requirements.

• Coordinate with shipping, logistics, Finance, Warehouse, and Sales departments.

• Monitor shipment arrivals, documentation, container unloading, and warehouse delivery.

• Prepare procurement reports, monitor KPIs, manage the procurement team, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or MBA (required).

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in foreign procurement or imports, including 5+ years in a managerial role.

• Proven experience in importing chemical and industrial raw materials.

• Experience in trading or distribution companies is preferred.

• Good knowledge of Egyptian import regulations, ACID, NAFEZA, customs, GOEIC, and CBE requirements.

• CIPS or CPSM certification is a plus.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong sourcing, supplier management, and negotiation skills.

• Knowledge of international markets, Incoterms, contracts, and import procedures.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Odoo is a plus.

Leadership & Personal Skills

• Strong team leadership and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to solve problems and work under pressure.

• High integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.

• Fluent in Arabic and English.