Purchasing Assistant

About the role

The Purchasing Assistant will support the procurement team in Dubai by preparing and processing purchase orders, obtaining quotations, and coordinating with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials for construction and electrical projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and processing Purchase Orders (POs) in line with company policies and project timelines.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, and support negotiations to achieve best value.
• Follow up with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, and resolve any delivery, quality, or quantity issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, quotations, supplier information, and procurement documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, warehouse and other departments to confirm material specifications and quantities.
• Monitor outstanding orders to ensure materials are delivered according to project requirements.
• Support supplier sourcing and cost‑saving initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field.
• Previous purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in construction or the electrical industry.
• Strong organizational, time‑management and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and coordinate with multiple departments and suppliers.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.