Assistant Purchaser

Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Assistant Purchaser to support procurement processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, 5-7 years of experience in procurement, and strong skills in ERP systems and MS Office. The role requires strong attention to detail and effective communication skills in English, with Dutch preferred. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on accuracy and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in a procurement role.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal); Dutch is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and processing of purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Request and collect quotations from suppliers.
• Assist in comparing offers and preparing evaluations.
• Drafting of contracts.
• Follow up on order confirmations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Support supplier communication and coordination.
• Assist in monitoring delivery performance and reporting issues.
• Assist in contract management.
• Contribute to the maintenance of supplier and item master data.
• Learn and apply procurement procedures and compliance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement team.

Skills

Customer orientation

Teamwork

Accuracy and attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Quality orientation

Administrative efficiency

Communication skills

Initiative

Organizational awareness

Process discipline

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field

Relevant procurement education

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office (especially Excel)

Job description

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About Us

Vacancy: Assistant Purchaser

Are you organized analytical and passionate about procurement and supply chain management

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy negotiation and collaboration drive results

Damen Shipyards Group established in 1927 is a 100% Dutch family‑owned international organization comprising 34 shipbuilding and repair yards. With a workforce of over 12000 employees worldwide the Group operates through a divisional structure consisting of seven divisions and a central holding company.

Damen Middle East Shared Services Limited based in the United Arab Emirates forms part of Damen Global Support. The entity provides specialized support services to the various divisions of the Damen Shipyards Group in key areas such as Finance Audit Legal and Compliance.

Purpose of the Role

The Assistant Purchaser supports the procurement of non-product-related goods and services (e.g. facility services IT office supplies consultancy training) in accordance with internal procedures and project needs. The role focuses on administrative and operational procurement tasks contributing to timely and accurate purchasing processes while developing procurement knowledge and skills.

Position in the Organization

Department: Procurement NPR

Reports to: Manager Procurement and Category Manager or Senior Purchaser

Works closely with: Internal stakeholders (e.g. HR IT Facility Management Finance) and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and processing of purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Request and collect quotations from suppliers.
• Assist in comparing offers and preparing evaluations.
• Drafting of contracts.
• Follow up on order confirmations>
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Support supplier communication and coordination.
• Assist in monitoring delivery performance and reporting issues.
• Assist in contract management.
• Contribute to the maintenance of supplier and item master data.
• Learn and apply procurement procedures and compliance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement team.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelors degree or a masters degree in a relevant field (e.g. Business Administration Logistics Procurement) or equivalent professional ability.
• Relevant procurement education.
• 5 -7 years of experience in a procurement role.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Interest in procurement and supply chain processes.
• Proficient in English (written and verbal); Dutch is preferred.

Core Competencies

• Customer orientation
• Teamwork
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Quality orientation

Job‑Specific Competencies

• Administrative efficiency
• Communication skills
• Initiative
• Organizational awareness
• Process discipline