Purchaser I (Industrial Materials & Services)

Elliott Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliott Group is seeking an entry-level Purchaser to support tactical procurement of materials, components, and services at our KEZAD Abu Dhabi facility. You will manage PR lifecycles, ensure data governance in ERP, and facilitate vendor communication to support factory production.

You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams to handle purchasing for simple to moderate mechanical and electrical components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering).
• 0–2 years experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Basic understanding of BOMs and material flow.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive communication and willingness to learn in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute PR-to-PO workflows for mechanical, electrical, and fabricated parts per BOMs.
• Monitor PO confirmations, delivery schedules, and keep ERP data accurate.
• Support supplier sourcing for non-standard components and simple engineering changes.

Skills

BOMs knowledge

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Communication

Organizational skills

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Overview & Responsibilities

The Purchaser is responsible for supporting the tactical procurement of materials, components, equipment, and services in accordance with company policies and procedures.

This entry-level role focuses on managing purchase requisition (PR) lifecycles, ensuring timely order placement, maintaining accurate ERP data governance, and facilitating vendor communication to support factory production and operational continuity.

Working on-site at our KEZAD Abu Dhabi facility, you will interact with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Planning, Quality) to handle purchasing for simple-to-moderate mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components or subassemblies.

Key Responsibilities

Tactical Procurement & PR Lifecycle Management

• Execute daily purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) workflows for mechanical, electrical, and fabricated parts per project Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Monitor PO confirmations, track supplier delivery schedules, and maintain high data accuracy in the ERP system.
• Support sourcing efforts for non-standard components and basic low-complexity engineering changes.

Operational Continuity & Expediting

• Communicate proactively with suppliers to clarify order details, resolve invoice or delivery discrepancies, and track delivery dates to prevent production bottlenecks.
• Align procurement schedules with key project milestones; elevate material risks or lead-time delays to the Purchasing Agent.
• Assist in monitoring inventory optimization targets and supporting material flow into the facility.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Quality Support

• Partner with Production Planners and Engineers to interpret basic part specifications, ensure supplier capabilities, and review BOM accuracy.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Receiving teams to address non-conformances, quality holds, or delivery mismatches promptly.

Data Governance & Compliance

• Maintain clean and comprehensive procurement documentation, including vendor quotes, order confirmations, material certificates, and compliance records.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal supply chain controls, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and ethical vendor policies.

Qualifications & Background Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain administration (entry-level candidates with strong internships/co-ops are encouraged to apply; manufacturing/industrial experience is preferred).
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of Bills of Materials (BOMs), material flow, and supplier logistics.
• Systems: Hands‑on familiarity or training with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Core Competencies: Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, proactive communication, and an eagerness to learn in a technical engineering environment.

Work Environment & Working Conditions

• Environment: Standard office environment with routine interaction with workshop and warehouse teams.
• Travel: Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required for supplier visits or training.
• Agility: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed global organization with international stakeholders.

Base Location & Work Schedule

This is a full time, on-site permanent position based out of our Repair Facility in KEZAD Free Zone, Abu Dhabi.

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