Junior Purchaser

Jotun Middle East, India and Africa (MEIA); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent multinational company is seeking a Junior Purchaser in Abu Dhabi to manage the procurement of Indirect Materials. This role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, sourcing suppliers, and maintaining accurate purchasing data. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration and 0-3 years of purchasing experience. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 is required, and the ability to communicate effectively in English is essential. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive company culture

Team building and social activities

Qualifications

• Graduates with 0-3 years of experience in Purchasing.
• Ability to speak and write in English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities for Indirect Materials.
• Source and manage suppliers and support supplier audits.
• Create, track, and follow up on purchase orders in Matrix.
• Collaborate with GP category managers on purchasing activities.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data and reports.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communication

Initiative

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft 365 applications

Job description

As a Junior Purchaser, you will manage and execute day-to-day purchasing activities for Indirect Materials (IM) in accordance with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, principles, guidelines, and procedures. You will work closely with local stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective procurement that supports the company’s business objectives.

This position reports to the Purchase & Planning Manager and is based in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with user departments to identify and plan purchasing needs for assigned Indirect Materials (IM) categories.
• Source and manage suppliers, support supplier audits, help implement global or regional agreements, and ensure purchasing activities follow Group Purchasing (GP) guidelines.
• Support negotiations and help put commercial agreements in place, then create, track, and follow up on purchase orders in Matrix according to approved contracts.
• Collaborate with GP category managers to support purchasing activities for Raw Materials, Packed Finished Goods, and Direct Packing Materials, including supplier performance, shortages, quality issues, and logistics requirements.
• Keep purchasing data accurate and up to date by supporting invoice checks, system updates, supplier payment follow-ups, and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to the Purchasing Manager.

We are looking for a candidate who

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Supply Chain or Business Administration
• Graduates with 0-3 years of experience in Purchasing
• Fluency in English – both verbally and written
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

The competencies we look for

• Communicates in a clear, precise, and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results
• Makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team have proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities.