Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a diligent Purchase Officer to join our team in Sharjah. This role focuses on sourcing raw materials and production consumables crucial for ongoing operations, ensuring quality and timely delivery at competitive prices. The ideal candidate will have a technical background combined with procurement experience, especially within the PEB industry or similar sectors.

Key Responsibilities

The Purchase Officer will manage purchasing processes from request for quotations to supplier coordination. Main responsibilities include:

• Procuring raw materials and consumables while negotiating competitive pricing and timely receipt of goods.
• Requesting and evaluating supplier quotations, preparing detailed comparative analyses for management review.
• Raising Purchase Orders (POs) aligned with approved specifications and delivery timelines.
• Ensuring all supplier documentation such as sales contracts and invoices are complete and accurately maintained.
• Coordinating with the Finance department for issuance of Letters of Credit (LCs) for international orders and Post-Dated Checks (PDCs) for local purchases.
• Tracking order statuses and providing regular updates to relevant departments to support seamless workflow.
• Maintaining critical procurement records including the Import LC register, LC priority lists, transit tracking, and raw material cost databases.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
• 1 to 2 years of hands-on procurement experience, preferably involving technical items in the Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) sector.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly those used for procurement modules.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills in English are required; Arabic language skills will be an advantage.

How to Apply

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in advancing your career in procurement, please send your updated CV to careers@mbs.ae. We look forward to reviewing your application.