We are seeking an organized and proactive Procurement Officer to support the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for marine and construction projects. The ideal candidate will assist in supplier coordination, purchase order processing, and inventory management to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of project requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in sourcing and evaluating suppliers for construction materials, marine equipment, spare parts, and consumables
Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) based on approved requisitions and project requirements
Follow up with suppliers on order confirmation, delivery schedules, and shipment tracking
Maintain accurate procurement records including supplier lists, price lists, and order histories
Coordinate with project teams, warehouse, and logistics for material receiving and inspection
Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes before forwarding to finance
Assist in negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers under supervision
Monitor inventory levels and initiate reordering of stock items as needed
Maintain proper filing of procurement documents including RFQs, POs, and delivery receipts
Liaise with shipping agents and freight forwarders for import/export documentation (if applicable)
Resolve basic supplier issues such as delayed deliveries or incorrect items
Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and ethical standards
Prepare regular procurement status reports for the Procurement Manager
Assist in market research for new suppliers and materials
Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum 2-4 years of experience as a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Assistant, or similar role in construction, marine, or industrial sectors
Basic knowledge of procurement processes, purchase orders, and supplier management
Familiarity with ERP or procurement software (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is an advantage
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Understanding of Incoterms and basic import/export procedures is a plus
Fluency in English; knowledge of Hindi/Urdu or Arabic is beneficial
Required Skills:
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Attention to detail for order accuracy and record keeping
Good communication and follow-up abilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Team collaboration with project, warehouse, and finance teams
Basic negotiation and problem-solving skills