Purchase Officer - Construction Background

Abdulwahed Bin Shabib Investment Group LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Abdulwahed Bin Shabib Investment Group LLC seeks an experienced Purchase Procurement Officer with a solid background in the construction sector. You will source construction materials, negotiate with suppliers, manage purchase orders and ensure timely procurement aligned with project requirements and budgets.

You will evaluate and develop reliable suppliers in the UAE, obtain competitive quotations, and coordinate with project teams to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accurate records and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in construction.
• Knowledge of construction materials (cement, steel, aggregates, concrete, MEP materials).
• Experience with UAE market suppliers and vendors.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase requests and meet deadlines.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers for construction materials.
• Source and procure construction materials, equipment, tools, and related supplies.
• Obtain and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing.
• Negotiate prices, terms, delivery, and other conditions.
• Prepare Purchase Orders based on approved requests.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, site supervisors and storekeepers.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to sites.
• Monitor pending orders and follow up with suppliers.
• Maintain records of POs, quotations, invoices, and supplier agreements.
• Verify material specs, quality and quantities before purchase.
• Develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor market prices and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Construction materials knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Vendor management

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Purchase Procurement Officer with a strong background in the construction industry The candidate will be responsible for sourcing construction materials negotiating with suppliers managing purchase orders and ensuring the timely procurement of materials in accordance with project requirements and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify evaluate and develop reliable suppliers and vendors for construction materials
• Source and procure construction materials equipment tools and other project-related supplies
• Obtain and compare quotations from multiple suppliers to ensure competitive pricing
• Negotiate prices payment terms delivery schedules and other commercial conditions
• Prepare and process Purchase Orders POs based on approved purchase requests
• Coordinate with project managers engineers site supervisors and storekeepers to understand material requirements
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to construction sites
• Monitor pending orders and follow up with suppliers regarding delivery schedules
• Maintain proper records of purchase orders quotations invoices and supplier agreements
• Verify material specifications quality and quantities before finalizing purchases
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
• Monitor market prices and identify cost-saving opportunities

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials such as cement, steel, aggregates, concrete, MEP materials, and building materials.
• Experience dealing with construction suppliers and vendors in the UAE market.
• Good negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of MS Excel and ERP / procurement systems.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase requests and meet tight project deadlines.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Candidates with UAE construction procurement experience will be preferred.
• Must have hands-on experience in sourcing construction materials.
• Should be familiar with UAE suppliers, local market rates, and construction procurement procedures.