Procurement Buyer

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement role focused on supplier qualification, RFQ processes, and commercial negotiations. The position requires collaboration with the Procurement Planner and end users to ensure efficient purchasing operations.

Responsibilities

• Work with Procurement Planner to qualify and approve suppliers.
• Execute RFQ purchasing process according to policies.
• Negotiate for best value deals.

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Work with Procurement Planner to ensure all existing and potential suppliers are qualified and approved, e.g., Trade License from Chamber of Commerce (UAE businesses).
2. Conduct quarterly benchmarking exercises to identify new suppliers and stay updated on the latest innovations.
3. Execute the RFQ purchasing process in accordance with Tawazun Procurement Department Policy and Procedures.
4. Collaborate with the Procurement Planner within the Tawazun Buying Team to receive purchase requisitions and update progress.
5. Monitor requisition processing to ensure target dates are met.
6. Engage with end users to understand and clarify the scope of works required.
7. Prepare a list of qualified bidders for RFQ.
8. Create RFQs following the standards outlined in the Procurement Policy Manual.
9. Review RFQs before sending to potential suppliers, as requested by the Buyer.
10. Review RFQ evaluations when requested by the Buyer.
11. Support commercial negotiations upon request by the Buyer.
12. Report issues or risks immediately and seek advice from the Purchasing Manager.
13. Identify opportunities for framework agreements for high-value and repetitive purchases, such as print, gifts, and beverages.
14. Issue RFQs to the market via the designated method.
15. Respond to queries from end users and suppliers regarding the RFQ process.
16. Negotiate to obtain the best value deal for Tawazun.
17. Receive quotations and distribute them as needed.
18. Prepare technical evaluation matrices for end users.
19. Complete commercial evaluations after technical qualification of bidders.
20. Submit recommendations for selected bidders for each requisition.
21. Create Local Purchase Orders (LPO) using the ERP system.
22. Submit LPOs for approval according to Delegation of Authority (DOA) and handle queries during this process.
23. Issue approved LPOs to successful bidders.

Create comprehensive electronic and paper files for each purchase requisition, including all supporting documentation.

Perform any other relevant tasks as directed by the Purchasing Manager.