Purchasing Officer

Astro Offshore; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 256,680; Full time

Job summary

Astro Offshore is seeking a Purchasing Officer with ADNOC experience to join our team in the UAE. You will manage supplier relationships, process purchase orders, and coordinate regional logistics to ensure timely delivery while maintaining accurate records.

The ideal candidate has strong procurement skills, familiarity with ADNOC requirements, excellent negotiation abilities and experience with marine vessel operations. Proficiency in ERP systems like MariApps PAL is a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of marine procurement processes and offshore logistics.
• Experience supporting ADNOC or offshore vessel operations is highly desirable.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP procurement systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Procure marine equipment, spare parts, consumables and services for ADNOC-operated vessels.
• Source and evaluate suppliers ensuring ADNOC vendor requirements and quality standards.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and delivery schedules; maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Process vessel requisitions, RFQs, POs and approvals to ensure timely procurement.
• Coordinate with Technical Superintendents, Vessel Managers, Operations, Logistics and Warehouse teams.
• Expedite urgent orders to meet vessel schedules and client requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery issues to maintain service levels.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with ADNOC contracts and company policies.

Skills

Marine procurement

ADNOC experience

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

ERP systems

Documentation accuracy

Tools

MariApps PAL

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Purchasing Officer with ADNOC experience to join our team. The role involves managing supplier relationships, processing purchase orders, coordinating regional logistics, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining accurate records. Strong organizational, communication, and procurement skills are essential.

Responsibilities

Procure marine equipment, spare parts, consumables and services for ADNOC-operated vessels in accordance with company procurement procedures and ADNOC requirements. Source and evaluate suppliers, ensuring compliance with ADNOC-approved vendor requirements, quality standards, and commercial competitiveness. Obtain competitive quotations, negotiate pricing, commercial terms and delivery schedules while maintaining long‑term supplier relationships. Process vessel requisitions, RFQs, purchase orders and follow up on approvals to ensure timely procurement and delivery of critical items. Coordinate with Technical Superintendents, Vessel Managers, Operations, Logistics and Warehouse teams to meet vessel operational requirements and minimize downtime. Expedite urgent and critical orders for offshore operations, ensuring compliance with vessel schedules and client requirements. Monitor supplier performance, delivery commitments and resolve supply issues to maintain service levels. Ensure all procurement activities comply with ADNOC contractual requirements, company policies and applicable marine industry regulations. Coordinate logistics, customs clearance and delivery arrangements for ADNOC vessels operating within the UAE and offshore locations. Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase documentation, supplier correspondence and audit trails. Monitor inventory levels for critical spare parts and consumables recommending replenishment where required. Support invoice verification, GRN completion and coordination with Finance to ensure timely payment processing. Identify procurement process improvements that enhance compliance, efficiency and cost savings.

Skills and Experience

Strong knowledge of marine procurement processes, vessel operations, and offshore logistics. Experience supporting ADNOC or offshore oil & gas vessel operations is highly desirable. Understanding of ADNOC procurement requirements and approved vendor management. Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills. Strong commercial awareness with a focus on cost optimization and operational continuity. Ability to manage urgent procurement requirements in a fast‑paced offshore environment. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple vessel requirements. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across Technical, Operations, Finance, and Logistics. High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance. Proficiency in ERP procurement systems (e.g. MariApps PAL) and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Proficiency in purchasing software and Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with marine industry standards and regulations. Knowledge of supply chain optimization strategies.