Associate Procurement Specialist

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for hospitality, institutional and industrial markets, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience of trending operations in the markets relating to all aspects of our logistics and supply chain division. What’s In It For You • Gain practical experience in procurement and supply chain management. • Work in a dynamic and supportive environment. • Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals. • Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world What You Will Do • Facilitate in the full cycle of procurement processes including conducting RFQ , price updates to ERP system and ensuring payment process to vendors • Support the Directs procurement team in keeping accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. • Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities. • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. • Conduct data gathering exercises (review supplier transactions and spend). • Support in the Vendor Registration/Update Process and Vendor Credit form applications • Update all certificates for Suppliers that have expired/will expire • Update all overdue Proprietary Information Agreements for Suppliers Position Details Job Title: Associate Procurement Specialist Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia Company: Nalco Water, Ecolab Work schedule: Full time, 40 hours a week, 5 days a week Qualifications • Degree Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field. • Minimum 6 months experience in procurement or administrative role • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. • Presentation skills necessary to professionally represent to the supplier. • The ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, interact professionally with a diverse group of managers, and subject matter experts. Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field. Minimum 6 months experience in procurement or administrative role. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Presentation skills necessary to professionally represent to the supplier. Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, interact professionally with a diverse group of managers, and subject matter experts.

Facilitate in the full cycle of procurement processes including conducting RFQ, price updates to ERP system and ensuring payment process to vendors. Support the Directs procurement team in keeping accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Conduct data gathering exercises (review supplier transactions and spend). Support in the Vendor Registration/Update Process and Vendor Credit form applications. Update all certificates for Suppliers that have expired/will expire. Update all overdue Proprietary Information Agreements for Suppliers.