Specialist in Foreign Procurement

Job Responsibilities

• Analysis of technical specifications, requirements, and terms of reference for tenders the company participates in, and precise identification of required products and equipment;
• Research of the foreign market, manufacturers, and potential suppliers for these products and equipment;
• Sending price inquiries to foreign suppliers, negotiating commercial terms, and obtaining more favorable offers;
• Verification of the compliance of offered products with tender requirements and technical specifications;
• Comparative analysis of technical and commercial proposals and presentation of justified selections to management;
• Calculation of the total cost of the product, including purchase price, logistics, customs, taxes, and other expenses;
• Providing supplier prices, delivery times, and compliance information to the relevant team for the preparation of the tender price proposal;
• After winning the tender, preparation of orders, contracts, and specifications with foreign suppliers and monitoring the process;
• Selection of the transportation scheme, performing calculations based on cargo volume and weight, and coordination with logistics partners;
• Verification of documents required for customs clearance and transportation (invoice, packing list, CMR, certificate of origin, etc.);
• Monitoring the stages of production, payment, loading, delivery, and handover of orders;
• Maintaining continuous business relationships with suppliers and partners;
• Systematization of procurement data, preparation of reports, and monitoring of deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in foreign procurement, import, supply, or a similar field;
• Fluent communication skills in Azerbaijani and Russian, and minimum intermediate written and spoken communication skills in English;
• Knowledge of Incoterms rules, international logistics, and import processes;
• Ability to understand and compare technical specifications, catalogs, and equipment technical characteristics;
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and other office software;
• Ability to work with large volumes of data, analyze prices and commercial indicators;
• High attention to detail, responsibility, negotiation skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines.

Working Conditions

• The office is located in Babek Plaza, near Khatai metro station;
• Lunch is provided by the company;
• A work laptop, phone, and corporate number are provided by the company;
• Work schedule: 5/2;
• 40 working hours per week, excluding weekends and public holidays;
• Employment is formalized according to the Labor Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, based on an employment contract.

Interested candidates can send their CVs to the email address indicated in the advertisement.

Only candidates who meet the requirements specified in the vacancy will be invited for an interview.