Procurement Administrator

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Admin to manage procurement activities for civil construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for sourcing construction materials, evaluating suppliers, negotiating prices and terms, issuing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to project sites.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage end-to-end procurement activities for civil construction projects.

* Source and evaluate suppliers, manufacturers, subcontractors, and service providers.

* Obtain and compare RFQs, quotations, and technical/commercial offers.

* Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions.

* Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (POs) and subcontract/work orders.

* Procure construction materials such as:

* Cement, concrete and ready-mix

* Steel/rebar and structural materials

* Blocks, bricks and masonry materials

* Tiles, waterproofing and finishing materials

* Plumbing and drainage materials

* Electrical and MEP-related materials where required

* Formwork, scaffolding and construction consumables

* Coordinate with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Storekeepers, and Site Teams to understand material requirements.

* Review Material Requisitions (MRs) and ensure procurement is aligned with project specifications and approved budgets.

* Follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery to project sites.

* Maintain procurement records, supplier databases, quotations, POs, delivery notes, and invoices.

* Monitor material prices and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with local UAE suppliers.

* Coordinate with the Accounts/Finance team regarding invoices, payments, and supplier statements.

* Resolve supplier-related issues, including delays, shortages, quality problems, and discrepancies.

* Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and project requirements.

* Support cost-control initiatives and maintain proper procurement documentation.

Required Qualifications & Experience

* Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

* 4+ years of procurement experience in the UAE, preferably with a civil construction/contracting company.

* Strong knowledge of the UAE construction materials and supplier market.

* Experience in sourcing construction materials and dealing with local suppliers.

* Good understanding of RFQ, quotation comparison, negotiation, PO, delivery, and invoice processes.

* Experience with ERP/procurement systems; knowledge of SAP, Oracle, ERP, or similar systems is an advantage.

* Strong MS Excel skills.

* Good communication and negotiation skills.

* Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

Pay: AED4,500.00 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person