Purchase Assistant

Be a partner to ensure high customer satisfaction through effective procurement inventory control and supply chain coordination.

Heres some of the other things you can look forward to:

• Take ownership of end-to-end procurement and importlogisticsactivities for Raw Materials (RM) Packaging Materials and Finished Goods (FG) ensuring uninterrupted supply to support business operations.

• Coordinate closely with the Regional Procurement team to execute local material management strategiespurchasingagreements sourcing activities and daily procurement operations for the Kuwait plant.

• Processpurchaseorders manage supplier communications and ensuretimelyfollow-up on deliveries documentation and order fulfillment.

• Build strong relationships with suppliers through proactive engagement and follow-up performance to ensure service reliability quality and on-time delivery.

• Monitor inbound shipments and work closely with clearing agentslogisticsproviders and customs authorities to ensure smooth clearance andtimelyreceipt of imported materials.

• Review and verify all import and supplier documentation to ensure compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Analyze demand forecasts inventory levels and replenishment requirements while collaborating with Demand Planning Sales and Production teams tomaintainoptimalstock availability and business continuity.

• Develop andmaintainreplenishment plans for imported raw materials packaging materials and finished goods balancing inventory availability with working capital efficiency.

• Prepare andmaintainprocurement inventory import order and stock performance reports to support effective decision-making.

• Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to ensuretimelyreceiving storage inventory posting palletization and material movement across facilities.

• Ensureaccurateinventory control and stock visibility across all warehouse locationsidentifyingand addressing discrepanciesin a timely manner.

• Proactivelyidentify communicate and escalate supply chain risks material shortages shipment delays or inventory challenges while recommending practical corrective actions.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused onlogisticsefficiency inventory optimization and cost reduction while minimizing excess slow-moving and obsolete stock.

• Lead periodic inventory review discussions with Sales and other stakeholders to maximize stockutilizationand improve inventory health.

• Ensure all procurement and supply chain activities are conductedin accordance withGroup Procurement policies company procedures and Health Safety & Environment (HSE) standards.

• Collaborate across functions and with external partners to ensure a seamless supply chain and exceptional service levels for internal and external customers.

This role will report to the Warehouse Manager and will be based at our factory in Mina Abdullah Industrial Area Kuwait.

Furthermore we expect that you have

• Bachelors degree in commerceor equivalent.

• Minimum 3 years of experience inlogistics supply chain inventory management or import operations.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel.

• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Arabic will be a plus.

• Strong analytical planning organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Application and further information

For further information on Hempel please visit .

To apply for this position please submit your application letter with a CV in English via the link no later than the 15-Aug-2026.

Please note that the interviews will take place 1-2 weeks after the application deadline and you may want to pencil this time in your diary to avoid any holiday clashes.

More about Hempel
At Hempel youre welcomed to a global community of 7500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust mutual respect and support for each other.

Were on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team players. Which is why from day one your input ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but return you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation dedicated to philanthropic activities with our earnings contributing to a multitude of charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause making your career matter twice.

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At Hempel youre welcomed to a global community of 7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust mutual respect and support for each other.

Were on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team is why from day one your input ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but returnyou will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.