Procurement Coordinator

About the role

A regional distribution company specializing in Food & Beverage, Chemicals and Hotel Supplies is looking for a Procurement Coordinator in Dubai. The role covers supplier management, purchasing, logistics coordination and procurement reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Identify suitable suppliers and manage purchase contracts, ensuring optimal pricing, quality standards, sourcing terms and supply reliability
• Review and monitor the quality of purchased products against specifications
• Maintain accurate records of purchased products, delivery schedules, invoices and supplier documentation
• Prepare procurement reports, including purchase summaries and cost analysis
• Monitor fast-moving items and manage bulk buying strategies, placing orders as required
• Coordinate with warehouse staff on storage, handling and inventory control
• Manage end-to-end logistics from port of entry to store or warehouse
• Run feasibility studies for new product ranges, including supplier evaluation, shipping costs and supply chain planning
• Coordinate with clients on procurement and logistics documentation and legalizations
• Assist with cost control, budgeting and procurement performance reporting

Required profile

• 3-5 years of experience
• BSc in Logistics, Business Administration or a relevant field
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices and understanding of supply chain procedures
• Persuasive communicator with negotiation skills

Required skills

• Solid analytical skills, including creating financial reports and cost analyses
• Fluency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with SAP