Procurement Officer

Company: EDGE Group PJSC About CARACAL: Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, CARACAL is the regional leader in small arms manufacturing. The Procurement Officer at CARACAL will be responsible for initiating bid/quote processes for services, supplies, and equipment. They will write specifications, handle bidding processes, analyze bid results, make recommendations for purchases, authorize purchase orders, process purchasing forms like purchase orders and independent contractors. Additionally, they will maintain relationships with vendors to stay current with trends and technologies. The Procurement Officer will also review requests for disposal of surplus items, maintain contract files, respond to operational requirements, resolve issues arising from purchases with clients internally and externally. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent with 3+ years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of purchasing management and ERP systems is essential along with computer literacy and proficiency in English and Arabic languages.

• 3+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
• Experience in negotiating contracts and vendor management
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a similar role

• - Strong negotiation skills
• - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software
• - Attention to detail and organizational skills
• - Knowledge of modern purchasing methods, procedures, and specifications preparation.
• - Familiarity with complex purchasing software and techniques for analyzing the quality of services, supplies, and equipment.
• - Strong computer literacy with proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet tools.
• - Excellent English and Arabic language skills (oral and written).

Seniority Level: Other

• Mid-Senior level

Job Functions: Supply Chain & Logistics

• Procurement
• Purchasing, Procurement

Industries : Information Technology

• Defense
• Technology
• Defense Manufacturing