Procurement Lead: Joinery & Interior Fit-Out

United Al Saqer Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Joinery in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Procurement Officer to lead strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relations for MEP, interior fit-out, and joinery projects. This role focuses on planning, executing, and optimizing procurement to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials while maximizing cost-efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Material Management and at least 5 years of UAE procurement experience within joinery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Material Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in joinery or interior fit-out in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of joinery, MEP and interior fit-out materials and market trends in UAE.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Knowledge of UAE procurement laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project goals and financial objectives.
• Conduct supplier research, evaluation and selection to establish a reliable supply chain.
• Negotiate and manage contracts to achieve optimal pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Oversee the procurement lifecycle from PO initiation to delivery.
• Foster strong supplier relationships to enhance performance and collaboration.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues and maintain quality standards.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and market conditions to identify opportunities.
• Manage inventory levels and predict material requirements.
• Coordinate logistics and delivery to minimise delays and disruptions.
• Prepare and analyse procurement reports to inform decision-making and cost-saving measures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, budgetary guidelines, and procurement regulations.
• Provide procurement expertise to project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Under pressure

UAE procurement laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Material Management

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Royal Joinery in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Procurement Officer to lead strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relations for MEP, interior fit-out, and joinery projects. This role focuses on planning, executing, and optimizing procurement to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials while maximizing cost-efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Material Management and at least 5 years of UAE procurement experience within joinery