PURCHASE COORDINATOR – Contracting (Female)

Job Title: PURCHASE COORDINATOR – Contracting

Department: Procurement / Supply Chain
Reports To: Procurement Manager / Commercial Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Purchaser is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities for contracting projects, ensuring timely sourcing of materials, subcontractors, and services at competitive prices while maintaining quality, compliance, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle procurement for construction/contracting projects (civil, MEP, ELV, fire fighting, etc.).
• Source, evaluate, negotiate, and finalize suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate quotations, and prepare comparative statements.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contracts.
• Issue Purchase Orders (POs) and follow up to ensure timely delivery to sites.
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, QS, and Stores.
• Ensure materials meet project specifications, drawings, and approved submittals.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, or pricing issues.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, and supplier database.
• Support cost control and value engineering initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements.
• Manage urgent and bulk procurement efficiently under project deadlines.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in procurement within contracting/construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, MEP items, and local suppliers.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar).
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• UAE experience preferred (knowledge of local market & vendors).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED4,000.00 per month