Buyer – MRP Controller

REPA; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading spare parts distribution company in Dubai is looking for a motivated Buyer – MRP Controller to strengthen its Procurement Department. The role involves optimizing MRP parameters, creating purchase orders, and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate holds a relevant technical degree and has at least 5 years of experience in purchasing. This position offers a full-time role with growth opportunities and various benefits.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Transportation allowance

Continuous training

Agile work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or economics.
• Min 5 years experience as a buyer or in advanced purchasing processes.
• Excellent analytical skills and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize MRP parameters in Epicor.
• Create, control, and issue purchase orders.
• Monitor delivery times in coordination with Logistics.

Skills

MS Office

Excel functions

Analytical skills

ERP Epicor

English proficiency (C1)

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in technical field

Job description

Company Description

REPA is Europe's leading distributor of spare parts for foodservice and refrigeration equipment, coffee and vending machines, and a trusted partner to OEMs, delivering the right part at the right time. With the world's largest inventory of in‑stock original and universal spare parts, consumables and accessories, and a state‑of‑the‑art network of automated fulfillment centers across Europe and beyond, REPA ensures the fastest delivery times in the industry. REPA is the European division of Parts Town Unlimited. As part of our continued global expansion, REPA Middle East, fully operational from Autumn, will serve as our regional hub with a fulfillment center and offices. This new branch will play a key strategic role in leading our commercial development across the Middle East and neighboring regions.

Job Description

We’re seeking for a motivated Buyer – MRP Controller to strengthen the development of the Procurement Department and the growth of the Company. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will play a pivotal role by promoting the organizational changes and the integration of operational systems within the Group, working in collaboration with sales and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and optimizing MRP parameters in Epicor
• Maintaining and updating forecasts in MRP
• Create, control and issue purchase orders for the assigned perimeter
• Monitoring of issued orders and availability of components, order confirmations, reminders, up to delivery
• Definition of recovery plans with assigned suppliers in the presence of impacting or recurring issues
• Monitoring of stock levels for the assigned perimeter
• Evaluation of partial or excess deliveries
• Collaboration with Strategic Purchasing for price list management and implementation of agreed conditions
• Internal escalation for specific emerging issues
• Supporting for data on assigned suppliers and delivery performance
• Management and monitoring delivery times in coordination with the Logistics Department
• Management of reporting based on existing and future company templates
• Management of appropriate documentation in its area of influence
• Support in the management and implementation of specific projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in technical field (engineering, economics)
• At least 5 years of professional experience as a buyer and/or in the management of advanced purchasing processes
• Excellent command of MS Office and of the main Excel functions (pivot, Vlookup, etc.)
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken English (Level C1)
• Experience in the use of ERP Epicor is a plus
• Dynamic, positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to take initiative, curiosity, passion, flexibility
• Knowledge of the spare parts business for commercial kitchen, refrigeration, vending or coffee technology sector is considered an advantage

Office location

Jebel Ali Free Zone, W3VX+343 - Mina Jebel Ali - Jabal Ali Industrial Second - Dubai - Emirati Arabi Uniti

What We Offer

• Informal atmosphere, international work environment with real growth opportunities
• A close‑knit, agile local team where your voice matters
• Continuous training and professional development support
• Housing and transportation allowance
• Full‑time role, Monday to Friday (8 hours)