We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team based in Karshi, Uzbekistan. You will report to Procurement Manager and will responsible for: setting up commodity portfolio based on facilities, plants requirements. 

You will: 

• Process and execute requisitions for purchase goods and services. 
• Selecting suppliers as per Procurement procedures Commercial negotiations with vendors. 
• Managing, developing, and negotiating contracts/orders/terms and conditions for operational spend and services to secure best value for the Company in its sourcing decisions in a timely manner.  
• Active participation in the savings planning, review, and execution.  
• Converging and Compliance with global/regional contracts and supply agreements. 
• Maintaining supplier excellence by measurement of supplier performance, maintaining records on key suppliers, materials, and services. 
• Provide front line support to plant emergency, plant turnarounds, and plant down time situations. 
• Prepare all locally required documentation related to procurement/finance process.
• Assist with plant inventory spreadsheets to ensure accurate safety stock levels. 
• Work with SAP

You will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Economics/Logistics/Engineering. 
• A minimum of 4 years total relevant professional experience is required.
• Special knowledge in field of relevant Uzbekistan legalization and requirements in field of governmental purchasing. 
• Logistics: customs clearance process knowledge would be advantage
• Detailed knowledge of commercial purchasing procedures and practice, including aspects of negotiation and contract laws applicable to different kind of purchases. 
• Familiar with operating within SAP environment (as a plus).
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Good business communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• High ethical conduct.
• Languages –English proficiency, Russian or Uzbek will be benefit.

What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a culture of respect, challenge and innovation – with excellent opportunities for growth and development.

Our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Relocation support
• Annual leave entitlement - 28 calendar days per year
• Paid daily meals
• Transportation
• Mobile connection
• Temporary accommodation during first 2- 5 years
• Medical insurance
• Improved compensation of sick leave
• Life insurance due to accidents

For more information, visit www.airproducts.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and our Uzbekistan career page

We look forward to hearing from you.
Talent Acquisition Team at Air Products!