Senior Purchase Engineer

SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE USA LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global enterprise in Dubai is seeking a Purchasing Officer to develop sourcing strategies and negotiate contracts. The ideal candidate should have 8-10 years' experience in procurement and a Master's degree in Business Administration or a Bachelor's in Engineering. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential, as well as the ability to work independently. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the optimization of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Min. 8-10 years of experience as a Purchasing Officer or similar role.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to create financial reports.
• Indepth knowledge of purchasing functions and supply management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve disputes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, price, reliability and other performance criteria.
• Conduct market research and supplier assessments to identify potential sources of supply and foster long‑term partnerships with key vendors.
• Negotiate contracts, terms and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve cost savings, improve quality and mitigate supply‑chain risks.
• Monitor supplier performance and adherence to contractual obligations and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain supplier relationships. Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to evaluate technical specifications, requirements and standards for materials, equipment and components.
• Ensure that purchased items meet technical specifications and performance requirements and provide technical support to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Conduct cost analysis and price benchmarking to identify cost‑saving opportunities and negotiate favorable pricing terms with suppliers.
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives, value‑engineering strategies and alternative sourcing options to optimize procurement costs.
• Resolve any issues or disputes that may arise with suppliers in a professional manner.
• Continuously seek opportunities for cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in procurement management.

Requirements

• Min. 810 years of experience as a Purchasing Officer or similar role.
• Masters degree in Business Administration or relevant or Bachelors in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical).
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.
• Indepth knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory and supply management system.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.