Procurement Executive

About the role

Zocoa Group is looking for an experienced Procurement Executive based in Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, to own purchasing across the whole organisation, not just manufacturing. The role covers materials, goods, equipment, services and contracts for Production, Quality, Warehouse, Sales, Marketing, Administration, HR, IT, Facilities and other departments, with a focus on competitive sourcing, disciplined spending and reliable suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement and purchasing for production and non-production needs, including raw materials, packaging, machinery, spare parts, office supplies, furniture and IT equipment
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, negotiate commercial terms and prepare purchase orders and requisitions
• Identify and evaluate local and international suppliers, monitor their performance and quality, and maintain an updated supplier database
• Coordinate local and international shipments, liaise with freight forwarders, couriers and clearing agents, and handle import/export documentation and customs clearance
• Work with warehouse, inventory and production teams to ensure timely deliveries and arrange urgent collections
• Handle office, administration, maintenance and facility procurement, as well as event and exhibition materials
• Monitor procurement budgets, track purchase orders, invoices and supplier payments, and prepare periodic procurement reports

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of procurement and purchasing experience in the UAE (mandatory)
• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry in the UAE (mandatory)
• Valid UAE driving licence (mandatory)
• Chocolate, confectionery, food manufacturing or FMCG experience highly preferred
• Proven experience in both production and general office procurement
• Good understanding of import/export procedures, shipping documentation and customs coordination

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and procurement/ERP systems
• Strong negotiation, vendor management and cost-control skills
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask and coordinate across departments
• Willingness to travel locally for supplier visits and material inspections