Purchase Officer

Vertiv; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a procurement professional to manage purchase orders, coordinate vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate will have experience with SAP or Oracle systems, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to vendor management. Responsibilities include monitoring stock levels, preparing procurement documentation, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. This role is based in the United Arab Emirates and requires legal work authorization.

Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or Oracle ERP systems for procurement.
• Ability to evaluate vendor performance and manage procurement documentation.
• Strong communication skills for vendor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and follow up with suppliers.
• Coordinate vendor development and maintain vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and prepare procurement reports.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Order & Follow up

• Place order as per demand for raw material, components, and services as per production requirements and approved specifications.
• Tome follow up with supplier based on project pre-pond/post-pond.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to avoid production delays.

Vendor Coordination & Development

• Maintain effective communication with suppliers regarding order status, lead times, and quality requirements.
• Evaluate vendor performance and maintain a vendor database.
• Support vendor development initiatives and approval of new suppliers.

Documentation & Record Keeping

• Prepare and maintain purchase orders, contracts, and procurement-related documentation.
• Coordinate with stores and accounts teams for GRN, invoice verification, and payment processing.
• Ensure all procurement activities are recorded accurately in the ERP/system (SAP/Oracle/etc.).

Cost & Inventory Control Support

• Monitor material consumption and stock levels in coordination with the store and production teams.
• Suggest cost-saving opportunities and support inventory optimization initiatives.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and statutory regulations.
• Prepare regular procurement reports, including order status, pending deliveries, and expenditure.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, lead time reduction, and vendor management practices.
• Participate in lean, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement initiatives in the procurement function.

About The Team

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.