Associate Procurement Specialist - Sourcing

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 66,960 - 100,440; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd in Dubai seeks an Associate Procurement Specialist – Sourcing to kick-start a career in energy procurement. You will support purchasing, supplier coordination, and commercial analysis for energy projects, converting requisitions into purchase orders and maintaining procurement records.

You will coordinate supplier registrations and assist with sourcing activities, working within defined authority and in collaboration with senior team members across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• High school diploma with at least 2 years of experience considered.
• 0-3 years in procurement, sourcing, or logistics is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Source, buy, and administer goods and services using approved systems.
• Convert requisitions into POs following workflows.
• Apply terms, conditions, and policies in procurement activities.
• Maintain accurate records of orders, changes, and cancellations.
• Coordinate supplier registration, screening, and qualification.
• Engage with stakeholders to identify suitable suppliers for sourcing events.
• Issue RFQs and collect supplier offers within timelines.
• Prepare bids analyses and recommendations for awards.
• Analyze supplier pricing, delivery, terms, and exceptions.
• Assist negotiations within authority and escalate complex matters.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Vendor negotiations

Supply chain coordination

Purchase orders

Commercial analysis

Supplier registration

Documentation control

MS Word/Excel/Access

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Business Administration

High school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of experience

Tools

SmartPlant Materials

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Associate Procurement Specialist - Sourcing

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Oil and Energy

Function: Purchasing

Experience: 0-3 years

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 6000-9000

Job Overview: The Associate Procurement Specialist – Sourcing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an early‑career opportunity for an individual interested in purchasing, supplier coordination, commercial analysis, and supply chain operations. The role supports the timely and cost‑effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services required for energy projects and corporate operations. It involves converting approved requisitions into purchase orders, maintaining accurate procurement records, coordinating supplier registration, and assisting with commercial sourcing activities. Within defined authority levels, the specialist may transact low‑value commitments on behalf of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Use approved purchasing and materials management systems to source, buy, and administer procured goods and services.
• Convert authorized purchase requisitions into purchase orders by following established procurement workflows.
• Apply standard purchase order terms, commercial conditions, approval requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of materials and services ordered, received, changed, or cancelled.
• Submit prospective suppliers for registration, screening, and qualification.
• Coordinate with senior procurement team members, category managers, and business stakeholders to identify suitable suppliers for sourcing events.
• Issue routine requests for quotations and collect supplier offers within the required procurement timeline.
• Prepare commercial bid analyses and document recommendations for contract or purchase order awards.
• Compare supplier pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, commercial exceptions, and other relevant conditions.
• Support supplier negotiations within assigned authority and escalate higher‑value or complex matters to senior procurement personnel.
• Represent McDermott and its clients professionally during routine supplier discussions and commercial correspondence.
• Assist with the development and administration of supplier agreements supporting integrated procurement operations.
• Work with expeditors and other supply chain colleagues to resolve changes involving delivery dates, quantities, documentation, or vendor commitments.
• Coordinate with suppliers to address incomplete quotations, order acknowledgements, shipment information, and commercial documentation.
• Review purchase order amendments and ensure approved vendor changes are recorded correctly.
• Prepare reports concerning market conditions, supplier availability, pricing movements, and merchandise costs.
• Support internal stakeholders by communicating procurement requirements, commercial solutions, and sourcing procedures clearly.
• Help resolve routine vendor and contractor claims involving suppliers.
• Refer contractual disputes, material commercial risks, and nonstandard supplier conditions to senior team members.
• Maintain procurement documentation for audit, reporting, project controls, and operational reference.
• Follow local and regional logistics regulations, trade requirements, and applicable supplier agreements.
• Collaborate with engineering, project management, logistics, finance, accounts payable, and materials management teams.
• Monitor assigned purchasing activities and highlight potential delivery, cost, supplier, or documentation risks.
• Protect confidential supplier information, pricing data, commercial evaluations, and company records.
• Contribute to process improvement activities designed to increase procurement efficiency and transaction accuracy.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or another relevant discipline.
• High school diploma, GED, or IGCSE may be considered with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• 0-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, logistics, or commercial operations.
• Broad understanding of procurement processes, including requisitions, purchase orders, supplier quotations, and commercial evaluations.
• Ability to communicate purchasing concepts and commercial recommendations to procurement and non‑procurement stakeholders.
• Confidence working with suppliers, internal departments, category managers, and international procurement teams.
• Basic knowledge of supplier agreements, purchasing terms, delivery conditions, and vendor administration.
• Understanding of local and regional logistics regulations and operating requirements.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing prices, quantities, delivery dates, commercial terms, and supporting documents.
• Ability to follow structured procedures while managing several routine purchasing transactions.
• Comfortable seeking guidance from senior colleagues when assignments involve nonstandard terms, contractual risk, or higher‑value commitments.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized approach to document control, record maintenance, reporting, and follow‑up activities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Experience using SmartPlant Materials or a comparable materials management platform is advantageous.
• Familiarity with HR systems or integrated enterprise applications is beneficial.
• Process improvement or Six Sigma certification will be considered an advantage.

Skills Set

• Procurement, Purchasing, Strategic sourcing support, Purchase requisitions, Purchase order processing, Supplier registration, Supplier qualification, Request for quotation, Commercial bid analysis, Vendor negotiations, Supplier agreements, Contract administration support, Market cost reporting, Vendor claims resolution, Materials management, Logistics regulations, Supply chain coordination, Procurement record keeping, SmartPlant Materials, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Commercial communication, Vendor management, Integrated procurement, Process improvement, Six Sigma.

Why Join Us

This role provides a practical entry point into procurement and supply chain operations within a major international energy organization. The successful candidate will gain experience across sourcing, supplier evaluation, commercial analysis, materials management, logistics coordination, and purchase order administration. The position also offers regular interaction with senior procurement professionals and international suppliers, creating a strong foundation for progression into category management, strategic sourcing, contracts, project procurement, or broader supply chain responsibilities. Continued investment in energy infrastructure and transition projects supports long‑term demand for professionals with reliable purchasing and commercial capabilities.

About the Company

McDermott International, Ltd delivers engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and project management solutions across the global energy value chain. Its work includes subsea infrastructure, offshore platforms, onshore facilities, and offshore wind developments. With more than a century of project experience and over 30,000 professionals across 54 countries, McDermott combines global procurement capabilities with engineering and construction expertise to deliver complex energy projects safely and sustainably.