Sr Purchasing Officer

Sr Purchasing Officer

Position at LAHAB DEFENCE SYSTEMS (LDS), focusing on design, development and production of medium and large calibre munitions and weapons systems.

About LAHAB

LAHAB DEFENCE SYSTEMS (LDS) is a munitions pioneer and UAE's only medium and large munitions manufacturer, drawing on over 25 years of expertise to serve leading defence and security organisations across the MENA region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• The Senior Procurement Officer is primarily responsible for local and/or international purchasing, documentation and administration duties related to the business of purchasing within applicable company policies and procedures.
• Receive all purchase requisitions and maintain logs on the ERP system; perform data entry as needed.
• Select and contact local or international vendors for quotations and prepare techno commercial comparison sheets for every requisition, identifying cost saving opportunities efficiently.
• Source, select and negotiate the best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with suppliers.
• Prepare and process local and international purchase orders, contracts, agreements and documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Issue purchase orders, contracts and agreements in accordance with all terms and conditions and accurate technical/industrial specifications.
• Arrange meetings with requesting departments as required.
• Arrange PDI in supplier premises by coordinating with relevant departments.
• Assign the shipping companies for freight by coordinating with logistics department.
• Qualify new products according to specification requirements.
• Plan and schedule purchases according to required delivery dates, prioritising various requests.
• File and maintain relevant files and records in accordance with ISO.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships, establishing long term associations to secure the interests of the company.
• Ensure competent and quality execution of all regular purchasing duties and related administrative work.
• Coordinate with users from various departments to complete purchasing scope of work for assigned projects.
• Handle and monitor claims to suppliers and vendors for defective deliveries, shortages, missing parts and items.
• Improve supply chain processes on a continuous basis.
• Adhere to the code of ethics as directed in the procurement policy.
• Perform other tasks and duties as allocated by a Department Manager or Supervisor.
• Negotiate, draft and recommend agreements with suppliers, balancing commercial and technical interests with acceptable commercial and legal risks.
• Review and finalize contractual documents, including non disclosure agreements, contract terms and conditions, and purchase orders.
• Maintain an audit file for each contract, including original contract, correspondence, changes, amendments, clarifications and payment schedules.
• Track payments and deadlines.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a relevant field.
• Certified Professional Purchasing qualification or training.
• Minimum of four years of experience in procurement.
• Understanding of confidentiality matters pertaining to Procurement & Supplier Qualifications.

Seniority Level

Mid Senior level

Employment Type

Full time

Job Function

Purchasing and Supply Chain - Defense and Space Manufacturing