Procurement Executive

About the Role

We are seeking a Procurement Executive passionate about sourcing and supplier management within the chemical, petrochemical, and specialty chemicals industries. This role involves overseeing the entire procurement lifecycle and strategically supporting supply chain operations in a dynamic environment based in Dubai.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive procurement processes from vendor identification, request for quotations (RFQs), evaluation of quotes, purchase order processing, to order follow-up.
• Review purchase requisitions to validate and ensure procurement is executed promptly and in accordance with company policies.
• Maintain compliance with internal procurement standards and audit requirements.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with suppliers, handling onboarding, registrations, pricing negotiations, and contract renewals.
• Address supplier-related non-conformance reports (NCRs) and conduct regular performance assessments and evaluations.
• Collaborate with Business Development Managers on sourcing strategies and procurement planning.
• Support demand and supply planning by analyzing inventory data, past usage, forecasts, and market trends, conducting quarterly inventory audits and advising on optimal stock reorder points.
• Coordinate with Sales, Logistics, Finance, and Business Development teams to align procurement activities with operational needs and ensure seamless execution of orders (except for base oil products).
• Maintain detailed procurement records such as supplier databases, purchase histories, pricing trackers, and performance reports.
• Analyze procurement and supplier performance data to inform reports, dashboards, and management presentations, including meeting agendas and minutes.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Petrochemicals, Industrial Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Prior experience in procurement within chemical, petrochemical, lubricant, specialty chemicals, oil & gas, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong negotiation capabilities, solid analytical mindset, and effective stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency in ERP software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Additional Information

This position is based in Dubai and requires full-time onsite work. Candidates interested should be prepared for a role demanding strategic sourcing expertise coupled with operational procurement execution within specialized chemical domains.