We are seeking a Senior Procurement Officer with a strong background in manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structures, galvanization, and chemicals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage procurement of raw materials, chemicals, and consumables for manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structure, and galvanization operations.
- Source and evaluate suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Negotiate prices and payment terms, prepare purchase orders, and monitor deliveries.
- Coordinate with production, stores, and finance to support operational requirements.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards and accurate procurement records.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline. A bachelor’s degree in Engineering will be an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement experience within the UAE in manufacturing, metal fabrication, steel structures, galvanization, and chemicals.
- Strong experience sourcing steel, aluminium, welding materials, fabrication consumables, and chemicals used in manufacturing and galvanization.
- Sound knowledge of UAE suppliers, material specifications, pricing, and market availability.
- Proven ability to negotiate commercial terms, evaluate quotations, and manage supplier relationships.
- Strong planning and coordination skills to ensure timely material availability.
- Must be based in Abu Dhabi or willing to relocate to Abu Dhabi.
Candidates available to join immediately will have an advantage.
