Buyer - Operational Purchasing

Sanad Aero Solutions Gmbh.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanad Aerotech in Abu Dhabi seeks a Buyer - Gate 2 to manage end-to-end procurement, align plans with operations, and drive cost-saving opportunities across departments.

You will validate quality requirements, conduct market research, and support RFPs for indirect materials and services under AED 500K while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Certifications such as CIPS or CPSM are a plus.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in operational purchasing or procurement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement plans with business needs and validate quality requirements based on technical documentation.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and support RFP processes for indirect materials and services below AED 500K.
• Process and validate purchase requisitions, generate purchase orders, and monitor approval workflows.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier relations

Market research

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

Tools

Oracle

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

SANAD1150 - Buyer - Operational Purchasing

Company:

Sanad Aerotech

Department:

Operations

Section:

Gate 2

Sub-Section:

Operational Purchasing

Location:

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Closing Date:

10-Sep-2026

About the Role

The Buyer - Gate 2 is a key contributor within the Aviation & Aero Engine MRO division, responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities to support operational and business objectives. Reporting to the Manager - Gate 2, this role requires collaboration across multiple departments to efficiently source high-value materials and services while ensuring compliance with company policies and aviation regulations. The Buyer plays an integral part in driving cost savings, optimizing supplier relationships, and leveraging market insights and procurement best practices to enhance overall efficiency in purchasing processes.

Your Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement plans with business needs and validate quality requirements based on technical documentation.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and support Request for Proposal (RFP) processes for indirect materials and services below AED 500K.
• Process and validate purchase requisitions, generate purchase orders, and monitor approval workflows to ensure timely procurement execution.
• Track orders from placement through delivery, coordinating with logistics and supporting customs compliance for international shipments.
• Maintain communication with operations, finance, and requestors to provide status updates, report on supplier performance, and escalated issues with proposed solutions.
• Assist in supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing and terms, support supplier performance monitoring, and identify vendor improvement opportunities.
• Inspect received stock for quality and quantity compliance, coordinate corrective actions for non-conforming materials, and collaborate with quality assurance teams.
• Support vendor research, onboarding, and compliance by analyzing supplier data and ensuring documentation aligns with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, procurement policy development, and participate in training to stay current with industry best practices.
• Perform ad-hoc procurement tasks and assist with project-based assignments as needed.

Who we are looking for

We seek a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, ideally complemented by professional certifications such as CIPS or CPSM. The ideal Buyer will have 2 to 3 years of hands-on experience in operational purchasing or procurement within aviation, aerospace, or MRO sectors. Familiarity with procurement processes, supplier negotiations, and ERP systems like Oracle or SAP is highly desirable.

Key competencies include procurement execution, clear communication and coordination, price comparison, attention to detail, system usage, compliance awareness, and proactive problem identification. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively across teams, maintain strong vendor relationships, and contribute to continuous procurement improvements.