Supply Chain jobs in United Arab Emirates

We are looking for an efficient PROCUREMENT OFFICER (Plant & Workshop) who will be responsible for evaluating suppliers, products, and services, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that approved purchases are cost-efficient and of high quality.

Tasks :

• Identify potential vendors / suppliers, gather, and analyse information on them; recommend prospective vendors to Management.
• Conduct market research to ascertain the best products and services in terms of value, delivery schedule and quality.
• Obtain cost estimates for materials, supplies, and services.
• Generate inquiries and conduct meetings with suppliers / subcontractors.
• Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors.
• Negotiate pricing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers to get low costs or competitive pricing and to secure advantageous terms.
• Organize purchase request forms, communication between company and supplier, bid evaluation forms and purchase orders and other relevant files.
• Monitor contracts progress, regularly checking the quality of product or service provided.
• Maintain records of approved suppliers and periodically evaluate vendor performance (e.g., conformance with stated requirements, trends, anomalies).
• Regularly review the subcontractors’ procurement progress, the scope of work and commercial terms.
• Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining stock levels.
• Comply with overall organizational processes to ensure internal approvals are obtained in accordance with approved procurement policies and the Authority.
• Forecast level of demand for services and products to meet business needs of the client.
• Forecast price trends and their impacts on future activities.
• Monitor business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
• Perform cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks.
• Coordinate with the Finance department to ensure accurate and timely payments of invoices.
• Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Perform other related work-related tasks as per Line Manager.

Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of proven work experience as a Procurement Officer (Plant and Workshop) in Construction Industry.
• Excellent communications and negotiation skills with suppliers and internal customers.
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors).
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software.
• Understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.

Salary : Competitive package

Job Type : Full-time

Education :

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience :

• procurement : 5 years (Preferred)