Procurement Officer
Job Description
We are partnering with a well-established organization within the Food & Beverage and FMCG sector to recruit a Procurement Executive for a temporary contract based in Dubai, UAE. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing supplier relationships, purchasing operations, and sourcing activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the timely procurement of goods while supporting operational efficiency and cost optimization.
- 3–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or sourcing within the Food & Beverage, FMCG, Food Manufacturing, or Food Distribution sector.
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercial terms, and coordinate purchasing activities efficiently.
- Familiarity with sourcing food products, packaging materials, and other operational supplies in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working with ERP systems and proficient in Microsoft Excel for procurement tracking and reporting.
- Well-organized with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.v
Responsibilities Duties:
- Execute day-to-day purchasing activities for food products, packaging materials, and operational supplies.
- Identify and evaluate suppliers, obtain quotations, and negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms.
- Prepare and monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Work closely with warehouse, production, and operations teams to maintain stock levels and avoid supply disruptions.
- Track supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality-related issues.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with internal purchasing procedures.
- Contribute to cost optimization and supplier development initiatives.