Procurement Coordinator

Kalaam Telecom; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Kuwait is seeking a proactive Procurement Coordinator for a 6-month contract, potentially leading to permanent placement. The successful candidate will support procurement and supply chain operations, manage vendor relations, and ensure efficiency throughout the procurement cycle. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–5 years of procurement experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Strong English communication skills with professional email writing ability.
• Valid Transferable Article 18 Visa (Private sector).

Responsibilities

• Track and follow up on local and international purchase orders.
• Prepare and maintain monthly procurement savings reports.
• Coordinate logistics and delivery timelines with vendors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Procurement Coordinator

Location: Kuwait

Job Type: 6-Month Contract (Potential for Permanent Placement Based on Performance)

Visa Requirement: Valid Transferable Visa (Article 18 – Private Sector Only)

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator to support our procurement and supply chain operations. This role involves coordinating purchasing activities, vendor follow-up, and internal approvals, ensuring efficiency and accuracy throughout the procurement cycle. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, communicative, and eager to grow within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and follow up on local and international purchase orders
• Prepare and maintain monthly procurement savings and aging reports
• Coordinate logistics and delivery timelines with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Act as a key liaison between the Procurement Head, suppliers, and internal departments
• Ensure timely completion of internal approvals and documentation
• Process Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) using ERP systems
• Support vendor onboarding and management, maintaining an updated supplier database
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for procurement planning and execution
• Assist in contract management, SLAs, and document archiving
• Participate in basic sourcing, quotation comparison, and supplier negotiations

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1–5 years of relevant procurement experience
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably ePro, CRM, or similar platforms
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)
• Strong English communication skills, with professional email writing ability
• Valid Transferable Article 18 Visa (Private sector)
• Good organizational and multitasking skills
• Added Advantages (Not Mandatory):
• Arabic language