Buyer- Local Procurement (UAE National Only)

Hitachi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned technology firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an enthusiastic Fresh Graduate Emirati to support procurement activities. The role includes liaising with suppliers, ensuring compliance, and maintaining accurate records, ideal for candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering. Join a fast-paced environment committed to inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Graduate role targeted at Emirati nationals.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with a range of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance.
• Communicate with suppliers for inquiries.
• Maintain procurement records and databases.
• Assist in generating reports on procurement performance.
• Support alignment of procurement activities with company policies.
• Help track internal approvals.

Skills

Impeccable time-management

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to adapt to change

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Job ID: R0090792

Date Posted:

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category): Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together theres something for everyone to get stuck into. And thats where you come in.

Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Fresh Graduate Emirati National Only who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Abu Dhabi UAE.

Accountabilities of the role to be performed

• Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules and confirmations.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with procurement policies.
• Communicate with suppliers for basic inquiries such as quotations lead times and order confirmations.
• Support in maintaining up-to-date supplier records and databases.
• Maintain procurement records pricing databases and contract files.
• Assist in generating reports (e.g. spend analysis delivery performance).
• Ensure procurement activities align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Help with documentation required for audits and internal reviews.
• Support evaluation of supplier submissions under guidance.
• Liaise with internal teams like engineering finance and logistics to understand requirements and support procurement activities.
• Help track and follow up on internal approvals.
• Identify and suggest areas for improvement in procurement processes.
• Stay informed on industry trends.

Required Skills

• Impeccable time-management
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Effective communication
• Teamwork

Education/Qualifications

Bachelors degree

Civil Engineer or Electrical Engineer

Languages

• Arabic
• English

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at Hitachi Rail. There is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background age gender sexuality family status disability race nationality ethnicity religion and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.