Commercial Officer

NADIA Recruitment & Management Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy seeks a Commercial Officer to support commercial operations in Dubai. Key responsibilities include coordinating suppliers, managing contracts, and ensuring compliance with documentation. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 2–5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in MS Office. Experience in the GCC region and knowledge of trade documentation are advantageous. This role offers an exciting opportunity to enhance supplier relationships and optimize commercial processes.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in commercial operations, procurement, trade, or sales support.
• Experience in the GCC or Middle East region is preferred.
• Exposure to LC documentation and international trade is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day commercial activities, including preparation of quotations and proposals.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure project alignment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.

Skills

Commercial operations knowledge

Supplier coordination

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain, or a related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Commercial Officer will support the company’s commercial operations, including supplier coordination, contract follow-ups, pricing support, and commercial documentation. The role involves assisting with Letters of Credit (LC) and trade-related transactions while ensuring accurate documentation and smooth coordination with suppliers, internal teams, and external stakeholders across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day commercial activities, including preparation of quotations, commercial proposals, and price comparisons.
• Review contract terms, commercial conditions, and payment terms.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as procurement, finance, and logistics to ensure project alignment.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and clients regarding offers, deliveries, and documentation.
• Request, evaluate, and compare supplier offers; negotiate basic commercial terms.
• Follow up on delivery schedules and supplier commitments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Prepare, review, and manage commercial documentation including: Proforma Invoices, Purchase Orders, Delivery Notes, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin, Quality, and other required documents.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate and organized commercial files for audit and reference.
• Assist in reviewing incoming Letters of Credit (LCs) and support the Finance/LC team with documentation requirements.
• Prepare draft documents for LC presentation such as invoices, packing lists, and COO requests.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, inspection companies, and customs brokers as required.
• Collect market intelligence, supplier price lists, and competitor data.
• Assist management with commercial reports and performance analysis.
• Support identification of new suppliers and business opportunities.
• Prepare weekly reports on order status, commercial activities, and supplier communication.
• Maintain structured records of commercial correspondence, offers, and contracts.
• Provide general administrative support to the commercial department as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in commercial operations, procurement, trade, or sales support.
• Experience in the GCC or Middle East region is preferred.
• Exposure to LC documentation and international trade is a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of commercial and trade documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft professional emails.