Procurement Specialist

GMG Gulf; Dubai; Presencial; AED 120.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

GMG is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Dubai to support sourcing, supplier evaluation, and cost-efficient purchasing of goods and services. You will negotiate terms, manage purchase orders, and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.

The role emphasizes market research, contract review, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to meet purchasing requirements while optimizing costs and supplier performance. On-site in the UAE.

Formación

• Understanding of procurement principles and purchasing procedures.
• Ability to source and evaluate suppliers for goods and services.
• Experience negotiating prices and terms with vendors.
• Familiarity with purchase order creation and validation.
• Analytical mindset for cost analysis and market research.

Responsabilidades

• Sourcing and vendor management to identify suitable suppliers.
• Negotiate prices and terms to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on requirements and delivery.
• Generate and process purchase orders per procedures.
• Review contracts for compliance and risk, with Legal/Finance input.
• Monitor supplier performance and procurement planning.

Conocimientos

Procurement principles

Sourcing & supplier evaluation

Vendor relationship management

Purchase order processing

Cost analysis & negotiation

Contract review & compliance

Market research & strategy

Descripción del empleo

Procurement Specialist Job Snapshot

Role: Procurement Specialist

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Retail

Function: Purchasing

Experience: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On‑site

Position Overview

GMG is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support the efficient and cost‑effective sourcing and purchasing of goods and services in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

The role focuses on managing procurement activities, identifying suitable suppliers, negotiating competitive prices and commercial terms, and ensuring purchase orders are processed accurately and on time.

The Procurement Specialist will work closely with vendors and internal stakeholders to meet purchasing requirements while maintaining compliance with company policies, budget considerations and applicable contractual requirements.

The position requires strong analytical abilities, commercial negotiation skills and a sound understanding of procurement principles.

The successful candidate will contribute to cost optimisation, supplier performance improvement and reliable procurement operations.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Retail

Function: Purchasing

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On‑site

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing and Vendor Management

• - Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for required goods and services.
• - Conduct supplier negotiations to secure competitive prices and favourable purchasing terms.
• - Develop and maintain effective professional relationships with vendors.
• - Assess supplier performance to support procurement quality and reliability.
• - Identify opportunities to improve supplier arrangements and purchasing efficiency.
• - Coordinate with vendors to address procurement requirements and delivery expectations.

Purchase Order Management

• - Generate and process purchase orders in accordance with established company procedures.
• - Verify purchase order details, including product or service specifications, quantities and delivery timelines.
• - Ensure purchasing information is accurate before orders are processed.
• - Monitor purchase order requirements to support timely acquisition of goods and services.
• - Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding order details and delivery schedules.
• - Maintain appropriate purchase order documentation and records.

Cost Negotiation and Procurement Efficiency

• - Negotiate supplier pricing and commercial terms to achieve cost‑effective purchasing outcomes.
• - Identify opportunities for procurement cost savings.
• - Work with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing budgets and cost targets.
• - Evaluate supplier offers in relation to commercial requirements.
• - Support procurement decisions that balance cost, quality and delivery considerations.
• - Recommend purchasing approaches that improve value for the business.

Supplier Contract Review

• - Review and analyse supplier contracts and purchasing agreements.
• - Verify that contractual terms align with company procurement policies.
• - Identify contractual matters requiring legal or financial review.
• - Collaborate with Legal and Finance teams during contract evaluation and approval.
• - Support compliance with applicable contractual and legal requirements.
• - Maintain appropriate documentation throughout the contract review process.

Market Research and Procurement Planning

• - Monitor market trends affecting the availability and pricing of goods and services.
• - Research supplier offerings and relevant purchasing conditions.
• - Analyse market information to identify cost‑effective sourcing opportunities.
• - Provide recommendations to improve procurement strategies.
• - Support purchasing decisions through relevant market and pricing information.
• - Identify market developments that may affect procurement costs or supplier availability.

Internal Coordination and Compliance

• - Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement requirements.
• - Coordinate purchasing activities with relevant business stakeholders.
• - Ensure procurement transactions follow established company procedures.
• - Maintain accurate supporting documentation for purchasing activities.
• - Support compliance with company policies and applicable legal requirements.
• - Communicate procurement‑related issues and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Required Skills and Competencies

Procurement and Purchasing

• - Understanding of procurement principles and purchasing procedures.
• - Supplier sourcing and evaluation.
• - Vendor relationship management.
• - Purchase order preparation and processing.
• - Procurement cost analysis.
• - Supplier pricing and commercial term negotiation.
• - Contract review and purchasing compliance.
• - Market research and sourcing strategy development.

Analytical and Commercial Skills

• - Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• - Ability to compare supplier offers and evaluate purchasing costs.
• - Commercial awareness and negotiation expertise.
• - Attention to purchase order accuracy and delivery requirements.
• - Ability to interpret procurement‑related market information.
• - Understanding of budget considerations and cost targets.

Communication and Collaboration

• - Effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• - Ability to negotiate favourable commercial arrangements.
• - Strong coordination and relationship management skills.
• - Ability to work with Legal and Finance teams on contract matters.
• - Organisational skills for managing procurement activities and documentation.
• - Commitment to compliance, accuracy and efficient purchasing practices.

Educational Qualifications

Specific educational qualifications are not stated by the employer.

Professional Experience

Specific years of professional experience are not stated by the employer.

- The role requires knowledge of procurement principles, supplier management, purchasing procedures and commercial negotiation.

- Analytical capabilities and an understanding of cost‑effective sourcing are important for performing the assigned responsibilities.

About GMG

GMG is a global well‑being company that retails, distributes and manufactures a portfolio of international and home‑grown brands across sports, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics.

Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for more than 45 years, GMG has become a partner to established international brands in the well‑being sector.

Operating across the Middle East, North Africa and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries.

Its portfolio includes home‑grown brands such as Sun and Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh and Klassic, alongside international brands including Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita 's and McCain.