Purchase Assistant Dubai UAE

Position: Purchase Assistant

Date posted: 2023-10-27

Industry: Other

Employment type: Full Time

Experience: 3 to 5 year

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree holder

Salary: AED 5000 to 10000

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company: IIQAFGROUP

Description:

Purchase Assistant required

The Purchase Assistant at IIQAF is responsible for providing efficient, effective and timely support for the procurement process of the organization. This includes providing administrative support to the Purchase Manager, carrying out purchase orders, tracking shipment, and coordinating with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle communications and coordinate with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely order delivery.
• Create and update purchase orders in the order entry systems, accurately and efficiently.
• Verify completeness of purchase orders including addressing discrepancies or informational errors.
• Evaluate and analyze suppliers and develop relationships with them to ensure competitive pricing.
• Compile, organize and maintain confidential documents, files and records.
• Monitor order deliveries and liaise with internal teams and vendors on any issues that arise.
• Assist in performing cost and scenario analysis, and price negotiation for purchases.
• Assist in developing purchase strategies, procedures and report for the Purchasing Manager.
• Assist in managing the vendor performance management process.
• Adhere to IIQAF policies and procedures.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma; College degree in finance or business preferred
• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Assistant or similar role
• Knowledge of market research, data analysis and pricing
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. ERP System)
• Basic understanding of supplier or contract management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with an ability to prioritize projects
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)