Technical Procurement Specialist - Industrial Equipment

Apt Resources | Recruitment Specialists; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apt Resources | Recruitment Specialists in Dubai is seeking a Technical Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing of industrial equipment and parts for corporate clients worldwide. You will handle end-to-end procurement, from understanding requirements to supplier selection and delivery coordination.

The role requires translating technical specs into purchasing solutions, negotiating terms, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in an engineering, industrial technology, or related field.
• Proven experience in technical procurement for industrial equipment or engineering components.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and translate client requirements into purchasing solutions.
• Experience identifying suppliers, comparing quotations, and negotiating commercial terms.
• Established supplier and manufacturer contacts would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement requests from enquiry through purchasing and delivery coordination.
• Interpret technical specs to identify suitable products and suppliers.
• Source industrial equipment and spare parts from international markets.
• Identify and engage manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors.
• Request and compare supplier quotations on price, quality, specs and delivery timelines.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and track confirmations and deliveries.
• Coordinate with clients, suppliers and logistics partners to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitor order progress and resolve issues related to supply, pricing or delivery.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier databases and purchasing documentation.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Problem solving

Independent work

English fluency

Education

Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Technical Procurement Specialist to join a newly established Dubai-based procurement business serving corporate clients worldwide. The company specializes in sourcing and purchasing industrial equipment, spare parts, machinery components, and other commercial goods from international suppliers.

The successful candidate will manage the procurement process independently, from understanding client requirements and identifying suitable suppliers to negotiating prices, coordinating purchases, and ensuring timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement requests from initial enquiry through purchasing and delivery coordination.


• Interpret technical specifications, drawings, and product requirements to identify suitable products and suppliers.


• Source industrial equipment, machinery components, spare parts, and other commercial goods from international markets.


• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors.


• Request and compare supplier quotations based on pricing, quality, specifications, and delivery timelines.


• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and other commercial conditions with suppliers.


• Prepare and manage purchase orders and follow up on order confirmations and deliveries.


• Coordinate with clients, suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure smooth procurement operations.


• Monitor order progress and resolve supply, pricing, or delivery-related issues.


• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and purchasing documentation.

As per market standards

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.


• Proven experience in technical procurement, purchasing, or sourcing, preferably involving industrial equipment, machinery spare parts, or engineering components.


• Ability to understand technical specifications and translate client requirements into appropriate purchasing solutions.


• Experience identifying suppliers, comparing quotations, and negotiating commercial terms.


• Established supplier and manufacturer contacts would be an advantage.


• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement requests.


• Fluent English communication skills are essential.