Location: Qatar

Department: International & Local Procurement & Logistics
Reports to: Supply Chain/Procurement Manager
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview:

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Local & Foreign Purchaser with strong logistics management abilities to manage international sourcing and procurement. This role requires expertise in negotiating with overseas suppliers, handling import documentation, and ensuring timely, cost-efficient, and compliant delivery of goods.

Key Responsibilities:

International Purchasing:

• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with reliable international suppliers.
• Request and analyze quotations from foreign vendors; negotiate pricing, payment terms, and incoterms.
• Prepare and process international purchase orders and contracts.
• Monitor global market trends, currency fluctuations, and international sourcing opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, trade regulations, and import/export laws.

Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate international shipping and freight forwarding (sea, air, or land transport).
• Liaise with customs brokers, freight agents, and relevant government agencies to ensure smooth clearance of imported goods.
• Track shipments, manage lead times, and ensure timely delivery to warehouses or production facilities.
• Oversee documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.

Vendor and Supply Chain Management:

• Evaluate supplier performance and quality assurance through audits and reviews.
• Collaborate with internal departments (finance, production, sales, etc.) to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Maintain updated records of supplier databases, contracts, and documentation.

Team and Operational Leadership:

• Lead or support logistics/purchasing staff as needed.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in international purchasing and import logistics.
• Strong understanding of incoterms, international trade laws, customs clearance, and shipping documentation.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Fluent in English (additional languages such as Arabic is a plus).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Supply Chain or International Trade (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, FIATA).
• Experience working with suppliers in Asia, Europe, or the Middle East.
• Familiarity with HS codes, trade agreements, and compliance frameworks.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking & negotiation
• Attention to international trade compliance
• Cross-cultural communication
• Time and logistics management
• Team leadership and coordination

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to be part of a successful team, please send your CV to: hrq@janapack.com

Job Type: Full-time