Purchase Assistant (Healthcare)

Location: UAE
Industry: Healthcare / Medical Services
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years (UAE healthcare experience mandatory)

Job Summary

The Purchase Assistant will support procurement operations for medical and non-medical supplies, ensuring timely availability, cost efficiency, and compliance with UAE healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in procurement of medical consumables, pharmaceuticals, equipment, and non-medical supplies
• Prepare and process purchase requisitions, RFQs, purchase orders, and delivery follow-ups
• Coordinate with approved suppliers and vendors for pricing, availability, and lead times
• Maintain accurate procurement records, invoices, GRNs, and stock documentation
• Ensure compliance with MOH / DHA / DOH regulations and internal procurement policies
• Support inventory control to avoid shortages or overstocking
• Monitor supplier performance and assist in vendor evaluations
• Coordinate with finance for invoice verification and payment follow-ups
• Handle emergency or urgent procurement requests efficiently

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience in UAE healthcare
• Strong knowledge of medical items, consumables, and local suppliers
• Familiar with ERP systems and MS Office (Excel mandatory)
• Excellent negotiation, coordination, and documentation skills
• Good communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

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