Job Summary
The incumbent will assist to deliver the source-to-contract process along the target process. This includes: (1) creating the scope of work and subsequent RFQs/RFPs based on the requests created by departments, (2) administering the bids analysis, negotiation and validation of bids submitted by suppliers in alignment with requesters/expense owners, and (3) support the drafting of contracts for suppliers in alignment with Group Legal. Additionally, the incumbent will assist in maintaining the vendor panel / database as the closest link to suppliers in the Procurement division.
Main Responsibilities
A. Shareholder & Financial:

• Implements KPI's and best practices for Senior Associate, Procurement Sourcing role.
• Promote cost consciousness and efficiency and enhance productivity, to minimise cost, avoid waste, and optimise benefits for the bank.
• Act within the limits of the powers delegated to the incumbent.

B. Customer (Internal & External):

• Assist internal customers in all their procurement requests/activities and seek solution to their requests.
• Follow and deliver Source-to-Contract process in the frame defined by category strategies and panels:
• Ensure the Source-to-Contract process follows the definitions laid out by the category strategy (RFP specifications, negotiation tactics etc).
• Ensure full alignment between the buyers' team and requesting departments / expense owners, supporting escalations when needed.
• Provide input directly on the analysis of large/complex requests, and the subsequent RFP development, issuance, negotiation, selection and contract drafting.
• Support supplier bids analysis, formal negotiations with vendors, and ensure validation:
• Evaluate supplier bids alongside requesting department and/or expense owner, providing analysis as needed.
• Ensure the final vendor selection and rationale is validated by the requesting department and/or expense owner and is ready for the review of the final approver / selection committee.
• Maintain activities in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with internal departments/units to achieve improvements in turn-around time.
• Build and maintain strong/effective relationships with related departments/units to achieve the Group's objectives.
• Provide timely/accurate data to external/internal Auditors, Compliance, Financial Control and Risk when required.

C. Internal (Processes, Products, Regulatory):

• Assist to deliver KPI reporting as required.
• Provide input to Manager & VP Procurement Sourcing on possible improvements to internal processes & policies based on working experiences and knowledge

D. Learning & Knowledge:

• Proactively identify areas for professional development of self and undertake development activities.
• Seek out opportunities to remain current with all developments in professional field.

E. Legal, Regulatory, and Risk Framework Responsibilities:

• Comply with the defined Group Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal compliance requirements including, but not limited to, Group Compliance Policies and Procedures (AML & CTF, Sanctions Policy, Data Protection Policy, Fraud Control Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy, Conflict of Interest and Insider Dealing Policy).
• Understand and effectively perform your role under the Three Lines of Defence principle to identify measure, monitor, manage and report risks.
• Ensure systematic good outcomes for clients in accordance with Conduct Risk policy.
• Support the framework of RCSA, KRI, Incident reporting and remediation, as appropriate, in accordance with the Operational Risk Management requirements.
• Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure full qualification to undertake the role.
• Complete all mandatory training provided by the Bank, attain, and maintain the required levels of competence.

Education and Experience Requirements

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  University graduate (Bachelors) preferably with a Major in the related field of study,
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, preferably within a highly rated international bank in data analytics, and good command of data request definition, Excel management.

Skills:

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  Excellent oral and written communication skills (including report writing) in English and Arabic.
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Understanding of the relevant laws, regulations, and practices.
• Ability to interact with various department to collect and analyse data and information
• Personal integrity and self-management.
• Planning, organising, and analytical ability.
• Proficiency in analytical tools is a