Procurement assistant (UAE National)

-; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading office automation solutions provider in Dubai is looking for a Data Analyst to collect and analyze procurement data for better decision-making and cost optimization. The role involves developing dashboards using Excel and Power BI, supporting analysis for vendor pricing, and recommending process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and proficiency in analytical tools. This position provides a great opportunity for fresh graduates as well as those with analytics experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised University.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI/Tableau with a basic understanding of ERP systems.
• Strong numerical reasoning and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze procurement data for decision-making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports.
• Support category managers with supplier analysis.
• Identify process gaps and recommend automation solutions.
• Liaise with teams to ensure accurate data flow.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel (pivot, lookups, macros)

Power BI/Tableau

Data interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Company Description

Established in 1982, The Digital Imaging & Office Services Solutions of Gulf Commercial Group was created to become a leading office automation solutions provider for the thriving UAE market.

By embracing the printing industry's phenomenal digital transformation over the years, 'GCG-DDS' developed a natural proclivity for new technologies and gained an enviable reputation for its expertise in integrating digital enterprise solutions of all kinds into their client's businesses.

Keen to take a market leadership position, GCG-DDS has made the strategic decision to expand its horizons into two focused areas of operation with each carrying a new corporate identity under the umbrella of GCG's holding company - The Ghobash Group.

Now known as GCG ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS, the company focuses on Enterprise Information Management, Digital Transformation, and Interactive Smart Solutions, and guides our clients with the most comprehensive portfolio of business information management technology in the UAE.

Job Description

• Data Reporting & Insights:> Collect, clean, and analyse procurement data (purchase orders, vendor pricing, inventory trends) to support decision‑making and cost optimization.
• Dashboard Creation: Develop and maintain real‑time dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau to monitor spend, lead times, and supplier performance.
• Vendor Analysis: Support category managers by preparing comparative analysis on supplier pricing, quality metrics, and contract compliance.
• Process Improvement: Identify process gaps and recommend automation or low-code solutions to streamline purchase requisition, approval, and reporting workflows.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Liaise with finance, warehouse, and sales operations teams to ensure accurate data flow and alignment of procurement forecasts with business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised University or Institution.

Additional Information

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business Analytics.
• No experience mandatory; Analytics experience would be preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel (pivot, lookups, macros), Power BI/Tableau; basic understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Analytical Aptitude: Strong numerical reasoning, data interpretation, and attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Ability to present insights clearly to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and manage time effectively.