Procurement Officer – Emirati Future Leaders Full Time NEW

Job Purpose:

Supports the Assistant Procurement Manager in delivering cost-effective and efficient procurement solutions across assigned projects and categories.

This position works closely with the end users to ensure that all products and services are ready and available in a timely manner for onsite delivery.

Collaborating with Khidmah’s third‐party Service Providers to support the development of relevant and comprehensive category strategies.

Developing strong relationships with the supply base to ensure optimized value and risk mitigation.

Roles, Responsibilities, Duties:

Receive and review internal requisitions for quotations from business units, ensuring requirements are clearly defined.

Prepare and issue RFIs/RFQs to selected and approved vendors in line with procurement guidelines.

Obtain, analyze, and evaluate vendor proposals in collaboration with business units, under the supervision of the Assistant Procurement Manager or Procurement Manager.

Manage the end-to-end tender process when required, including preparation, vendor selection, tender issuance, clarification, negotiation, and award.

Conduct negotiations with vendors to secure optimal value for money, favorable terms, and long-term benefits for the organization.

Provide internal recommendations to business units for purchase approvals and procurement decisions.

Draft, review, and prepare agreements in coordination with the Legal Department, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Create and issue purchase orders to selected vendors in accordance with company procedures.

Develop and maintain technical knowledge of assigned commodities/categories to support informed sourcing decisions.

Build strong relationships with business units to understand and address sourcing needs proactively.

Education & Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement is preferred

Professional certifications in CPSM, CPIM or relevant is a plus.

Experience and Skills:

3 – 5 years’ experience in supply chain or procurement

2-3 years’ experience in facilities management procurement

SAP ERP and Oracle Fusion system experience is a Plus