Procurement Officer (Emiratisation Role)

Callan Hawkins; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent client in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing process and ensure compliance with procurement policies. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing purchase requisitions, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining accurate procurement records. A bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in engineering settings are essential, along with proficiency in both Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in engineering and power plant operations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and orders.
• Coordinate with vendors for timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain procurement records for audits.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

ERP systems proficiency

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in procurement, supply chain or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Our client is looking for a Procurement Officer to join their team based in Abu Dhabi.

Key Responsibilities will Include:

• Assist in processing purchase requisitions and purchase orders in line with approved procedures and budgets.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Maintain procurement records including quotations, purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices for audit and reference.
• Support vendor evaluation and registration by collecting relevant documentation and updating the supplier database.
• Follow up on pending deliveries and resolve routine supplier issues in coordination with the Procurement Manager.
• Assist in preparing comparison sheets and basic cost analysis for routine purchases.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures at all times.
• Generate regular reports on procurement status, pending orders, and inventory updates as required.

Who we’re looking for:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain or related field.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ working experience within engineering and power plant operations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software’s.
• Professional certifications (e.g. CIPS, CSCP, PMP) is a plus.
• Familiarity of legal, regulatory and compliance requirements in procurement, supply chain.
• Good negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Must have Arabic and English proficiency.