Junior Procurement Officer

Gulfnav; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfnav is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Dubai to assist in sourcing suppliers and managing purchase orders for goods and services. This role involves coordinating with vendors on pricing and delivery schedules, while ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

The ideal candidate should hold a relevant degree and have at least 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain operations, with strong negotiation and analytical skills. Maritime experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain operations.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotations.
• Prepare and process purchase orders.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing and delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

MCIPS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotations for goods and services.
• Prepare and process purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and product specifications.
• Compare supplier quotations and prepare procurement reports.
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, and supplier databases.
• Follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements.
• Assist in supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Support cost‑saving initiatives and procurement process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, MCIPS or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, Logistics or supply chain operations.
• Maritime experience preferred.
• Knowledge of procurement and purchasing processes.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Microsoft Dynamics) is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.