Purchase & Sales Coordinator – Steel Industry

ADECCO MIDDLE EAST; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

ADECCO MIDDLE EAST is seeking a Purchase & Sales Coordinator for steel trading based in the UAE. You will prepare quotations, follow up inquiries, negotiate margins, and process orders in ERP, ensuring accurate specifications and timely delivery.

You will source materials, issue PO, monitor supplier performance, coordinate shipments, and support finance with documentation. The role requires 3–5 years in steel trading, UAE market familiarity, and strong negotiation and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of steel trading experience, with knowledge of carbon/stainless steel.
• Experience in both sales support and procurement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue quotations and negotiate pricing within margins.
• Process sales orders in ERP and ensure specification accuracy.
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics for timely delivery and track order status.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

About the role

Adecco is hiring a Purchase & Sales Coordinator – Steel Industry for our client, based in UAE This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organization that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth

What you’ll be doing –

Sales Coordination

• Prepare and issue quotations
• Follow up on inquiries, negotiate pricing within approved margins, and convert leads into sales orders
• Process sales orders in ERP/system and ensure accuracy of specifications
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics teams to ensure timely delivery
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and respond promptly to inquiries
• Track order status and provide regular updates to clients
• Support the sales team with market pricing trends and competitor analysis

Procurement Co ordination

• Source materials from approved local and international suppliers
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, quality, delivery timelines, and certifications
• Issue purchase orders and follow up on order confirmations
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Coordinate import shipments, documentation, and customs clearance where applicable
• Maintain optimal stock levels in coordination with sales forecasts
• Act as a liaison between suppliers, customers, logistics providers, and internal departments
• Resolve any order discrepancies, delays, or quality issues
• Support finance team with payment follow-ups and documentation

About you

We want to set you up for success! To help us do that, here’s what we are looking for from you:

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in steel trading (carbon steel/stainless steel preferred)
• Experience in both sales support and procurement is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAE/GCC steel market – 2 to 3 Years

Familiarity with supplier networks in Asia, Europe, or the Middle East

Skills

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of steel products, grades (e.g., SS304, SS316, A36, API, etc.), and standards
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel)

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail, especially with technical specifications
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving mindset