Sr Procurement Officer

Edge; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in consulting and advisory services is seeking a Senior Procurement Officer in Abu Dhabi. This role is pivotal in overseeing purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. The ideal candidate should possess 5 to 10 years of procurement experience, especially in defense or similarly regulated industries, and have strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of procurement experience.
• Commodity experience is highly desirable.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct purchasing department activities competently.
• Maintain accurate supplier information and records.
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain supplier relations.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation

Supplier Relations

Product Evaluation

Cost Analysis

Proficiency in English

Education

Degree or diploma level

Studying towards MCIPS, CPSM, CPM, CCM

Tools

SAP 4 Hana

SAP Ariba

MS Office

Job description

The Senior Procurement Officer will oversee purchasing activities and ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. The responsibilities include maintaining positive supplier relations, evaluating supply options, approving purchases, and maintaining accurate records.

As a Senior Procurement Officer, you should have an analytical mind and keep up with product and service trends. The role requires good negotiation skills and ensuring all purchases comply with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct all activities of the purchasing department competently.
• Prepare plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Follow and enforce the company's procurement policies and procedures.
• Review, compare, and analyze products and services to be purchased.
• Manage inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records.
• Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, and product ranges.
• Maintain good supplier relations and negotiate contracts.
• Research and evaluate prospective suppliers.
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years of procurement experience.
• Commodity experience is highly desirable.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated industries is preferable.

Education

• Degree or diploma level or equivalent job experience.
• Studying towards MCIPS, CPSM, CPM, CCM preferred.

Key Skills

• SAP 4 Hana
• SAP Ariba
• MS Office
• Proficiency in English

Role Level: Mid-Level

Work Type: Full-Time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Abu Dhabi

Company Industry

• Consulting
• Management Consulting
• Advisory Services

Department / Functional Area

• Buying
• Purchase
• Procurement

This job is active and accepting applications.