We are looking for a skilled Procurement Officer to manage sourcing, purchasing, and vendor management for landscape, swimming pool, and interior fit-out projects. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UAE suppliers, procurement regulations, and logistics processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement aligned with project schedules and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors for materials including tiles, lighting, pumps, plants, furniture, fittings, joinery, and MEP items.
- Prepare and issue RFQs, LPOs, comparison sheets, and purchase orders in coordination with project and design teams.
- Maintain an updated vendor database with pricing, delivery timelines, and credit terms.
- Monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely supply to sites.
- Verify material quality and compliance with approved drawings and BOQs.
- Build long-term relationships with reliable local and international suppliers.
- Track procurement budgets and costs, ensuring cost control and efficiency.
- Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, and site teams for inventory and delivery management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, UAE procurement regulations, and ISO standards.
- Prepare regular procurement reports and forecasts for management.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of procurement experience in UAE-based landscape, swimming pool, or interior fit-out companies.
- Strong understanding of UAE supplier networks, customs procedures, and local sourcing.
- Proficient in MS Office, Excel, and ERP/procurement software (Zoho, Tally, Odoo, or similar).
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and meet project deadlines.
- Valid UAE driving license is preferred.
Key Skills:
- Material sourcing and vendor management
- Negotiation and cost control
- BOQ and specification comprehension
- Procurement documentation (RFQs, LPOs, POs)
- Knowledge of construction materials (hardscape, softscape, MEP, joinery, décor)
- Time management and coordination with project teams