IT Procurement Specialist (part time)

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

Job summary

A leading company in technology solutions seeks a detail-oriented IT Procurement Specialist. You will manage end-to-end procurement processes for IT products and solutions, liaising with suppliers and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and a solid background in procurement within the UAE market.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in IT procurement, preferably in the UAE market.
• Strong understanding of technology products and licensing models.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure IT hardware, software, and licenses.
• Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers in the UAE.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to ensure cost-effective procurement.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Odoo

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced IT procurement specialist to manage the end-to-end procurement process for our IT solutions and technology products. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in sourcing and negotiating with vendors and distributors within the UAE market.

Key Responsibilities :

• Source and procure IT hardware, software, licenses, and services (e.g., Microsoft 365, Fortinet, VMware, HPE, Kaspersky, and networking equipment).
• Maintain and build relationships with vendors, suppliers, and distributors in the UAE.
• Evaluate and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Coordinate with the sales and pre-sales teams to ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and client requirements.
• Prepare purchase orders, track deliveries, and manage documentation in line with company policies.
• Stay updated with local market trends, product availability, and vendor performance.
• Support the finance team in reconciling vendor invoices and handling any delivery or pricing discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with import, VAT, and local procurement regulations in the UAE.

Qualifications

Requirements :

• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in IT procurement, preferably within the UAE market.
• Strong understanding of technology products, licensing models, and vendors.
• Experience dealing with UAE-based IT distributors and suppliers.
• Familiarity with procurement tools, ERP systems, or platforms like Odoo (preferred).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and time management skills.
• Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Prior experience in working with IT resellers, system integrators, or MSPs in the UAE.