Procurement Lead – Metals & Chemicals for Manufacturing

Confidentiel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel seeks a Senior Procurement Officer with a solid background in manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structures, galvanization, and chemicals to lead procurement activities in Abu Dhabi. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and coordinate with production and finance to ensure timely material availability.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 5 years UAE experience across the specified sectors, and is based in Abu

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience within the UAE in manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structures, galvanization, and chemicals.
• Strong experience sourcing steel, aluminium, welding materials, fabrication consumables, and chemicals used in manufacturing and galvanization.
• Sound knowledge of UAE suppliers, material specifications, pricing, and market availability.
• Proven ability to negotiate commercial terms, evaluate quotations, and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong planning and coordination skills to ensure timely material availability.
• Must be based in Abu Dhabi or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials, chemicals, and consumables for manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structure, and galvanization operations.
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate prices and payment terms, prepare purchase orders, and monitor deliveries.
• Coordinate with production, stores, and finance to support operational requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards and accurate procurement records.

Skills

Procurement management

Supplier negotiation

Cost saving

Sourcing

Materials knowledge

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Engineering degree advantageous

Job description

Confidentiel seeks a Senior Procurement Officer with a solid background in manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structures, galvanization, and chemicals to lead procurement activities in Abu Dhabi. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and coordinate with production and finance to ensure timely material availability.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 5 years UAE experience across the specified sectors, and is based in Abu