Job Description

The Senior Purchasing Officer is responsible for managing the entire procurement cycle, ensuring timely sourcing of quality materials, negotiating with vendors, and maintaining cost-effective purchasing strategies. This role requires strong market knowledge, vendor management skills, and the ability to coordinate with internal departments to ensure operational needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain purchasing strategies aligned with company goals. Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, service, and reliability. Negotiate contracts, payment terms, and long-term supply agreements. Review purchase requests for accuracy and completeness. Issue purchase orders (POs) and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships. Analyze market trends, pricing, and availability to ensure cost optimization. Maintain and update procurement records, documentation, and reports. Coordinate with internal departments (Finance, Warehouse, Projects, Operations) to meet material requirements. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and procurement procedures. Resolve issues related to delivery delays, shortages, or quality concerns. Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting of procurement needs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field. 4-6 years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement (preferably in UAE). Strong knowledge of sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation. Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle / SAP / Odoo / etc.) and MS Office. Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Ability to multitask and work under pressure with tight deadlines. Strong understanding of market trends and cost analysis.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in

Construction / Retail / Manufacturing / FMCG

(you can tell me your industry to customize). Knowledge of import/export documentation (if relevant). Certifications like

CIPS

or

Supply Chain Certification

(optional).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month