Specialist - Operation Support

Abu Dhabi Ports; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Ports is seeking a Senior Purchasing Officer to oversee procurement operations, lead a buyers team, and ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing of materials and services. You will collaborate with internal departments to optimize supplier relationships and support business objectives.

The role requires strong negotiation and leadership abilities, with experience in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration or equivalent.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the purchasing team to meet departmental goals.
• Manage the full procurement cycle, including sourcing, negotiation, and purchase orders.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and evaluate performance.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, logistics and inventory teams to ensure workflows.
• Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, cost analysis, and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purchasing Senior Officer oversees the procurement operations of the organization, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality purchasing of materials, equipment, and services. This role leads a team of buyers, coordinates with internal departments, and manages supplier relationships to support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Core Responsibilities:
• Leadership & Team Management
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the purchasing team to achieve departmental goals.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide regular feedback.
• Conduct training to enhance team skills in procurement processes and systems.
• Procurement Operations
• Manage the full procurement cycle, including sourcing, negotiation, and purchase order management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and budget requirements.
• Review and approve purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Supplier Management
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Evaluate supplier performance and conduct periodic reviews.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service‑level agreements to optimize value.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with finance, operations, logistics, and inventory teams to ensure smooth procurement workflows.
• Support project teams with timely sourcing of materials and services.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, cost analysis, and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
• People Management Responsibilites:
• N/A
• Strategic Responsibilities:
• N/A

Qualifications

Educational and Technical Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration.

Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.

Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Language Skills:

Years of Experience:

Minimum 5 7 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team‑lead role.

Nature of Experience:

Knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, and supplier management