Purchaser - Agriculture and Industrial sector

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 6,000 - 8,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement firm in Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Purchaser with at least 5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in the agricultural sector. The successful candidate will manage sourcing and purchasing of various agricultural products, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include negotiating with suppliers and monitoring inventory levels. Competitive salary between AED 6000 to 8000 annually plus benefits as per UAE labor laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in purchasing, preferably in agriculture or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural products, machinery, and agrochemicals.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers for purchasing.
• Manage procurement of fertilizers, pesticides, and related agricultural inputs.
• Negotiate pricing terms and delivery schedules with vendors.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of agricultural products

Time management

Tools

SAP

Procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Purchaser with a minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement specifically within the agricultural and industrial sectors.

The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing a wide range of items including spare parts agricultural equipment agrochemicals and seeds ensuring quality costeffectiveness and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify evaluate and select reliable suppliers for spare parts (pumps construction materials etc. and agricultural equipment.

Manage procurement of fertilizers pesticides herbicides and related agricultural inputs.

Source and purchase certified seeds such as maize soybeans sunflower and others based on seasonal requirements.

Negotiate pricing terms and delivery schedules with vendors to ensure best value.

Monitor inventory levels and forecast future needs to avoid shortages or overstocking.

Maintain accurate records of purchases pricing and supplier performance.

Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement with operational needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of handson experience in purchasing preferably in agriculture or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural products machinery and agrochemicals.
• Excellent negotiation communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge in SAP

Benefits

Salary: AED6000to8000 yearly ticket plus all benefits as per UAE labour laws