(Applicable for expatriates in Kuwait)
About KASCO
Kuwait Aviation Services Company (KASCO), a subsidiary of Kuwait Airways established in 1981, is a leading provider of in-flight catering, ground handling, and commercial catering services in Kuwait. With one of the largest catering facilities in the region, KASCO serves airlines, corporations, and institutions, delivering high-quality aviation and hospitality solutions.
The Kuwait Aviation Services Company is pleased to announce an opening for the position Assistant Officer Purchasing in the Purchasing & Stores Department, subject to the following requirements.
Role Profile
Role Title: Assistant Officer Purchasing
Department: Purchasing & Stores Department
Job Purpose
In this role you will be responsible for processing non-food purchase requests received from various departments and the stores unit, and ensuring their completion in accordance with the company’s established procedures and approved budget.
In this role, you will be responsible for key performance areas and responsibilities, including but not limited to the following:
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Process non-food purchase requests from various departments and the stores unit, and prepare purchase orders according to the company’s procedures.
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Purchase required non-food materials and communicate with suppliers to obtain the most competitive offers, in line with approved procurement policies and regulations.
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Receive non-food purchase requests and obtain approval from the requesting department.
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Receive non-food purchase requests from the stores unit.
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Ensure the availability of the approved budget for requested materials.
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Study potential markets for procurement, identify alternative sources, and manage supplier selection.
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Communicate with suppliers to obtain competitive offers, review proposals, and present them to the immediate supervisor.
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Prepare non-food purchase orders and obtain approval from the immediate supervisor following the company’s procedures.
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Purchase required non-food materials from petty cash, send invoices with goods receipt vouchers, and complete payment procedures in coordination with the finance department.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
Job Requirements:
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Diploma in Business Administration, Economics, or Accounting.
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No experience required.
Additional Requirements:
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Proficiency in computer applications and automated systems, particularly programs related to procurement.
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Proficiency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
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Ability to negotiate and interact with clients.
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Ability to process purchase requests from various departments and the stores unit, and follow up to ensure tasks are completed according to the approved budget.
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Ability to prepare periodic reports.
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