Procurement Officer

Role overview

Emirates National Investment is hiring an experienced Procurement Officer to support purchasing activities across Facilities Management and Corporate Services. The position covers the full procurement cycle, supplier coordination, sourcing, contract handling, and adherence to procurement governance and policy requirements.

Procurement and sourcing

• Handle the full procurement process for FM-related services such as MEP, HVAC, cleaning, security, and landscaping, as well as corporate purchases including IT, HR, Legal, office supplies, and professional services.
• Source, assess, and bring on board dependable suppliers while obtaining competitive pricing and commercially strong terms.
• Process purchase requests, raise purchase orders, and complete the associated paperwork within agreed KPI timelines.
• Carry out market research to uncover practical and cost-saving sourcing options.
• Monitor outstanding orders and coordinate follow-ups with internal teams and vendors until closure.

Cost control and compliance

• Make sure procurement actions stay within approved budgets and delegated authority limits.
• Keep precise records of purchases, pricing arrangements, and supplier contracts.
• Assist with audits and internal reviews by providing procurement files, evidence, and reports.

Vendor management

• Review supplier performance against service expectations, delivery schedules, and quality benchmarks.
• Manage supplier relationships and work through issues related to delivery, quality, or contractual terms.
• Partner with internal stakeholders during vendor assessment and review activities.

Reporting and coordination

• Work with different departments to organise and prioritise procurement requirements.
• Coordinate with Finance on invoice handling, account reconciliation, and payment follow-ups.
• Prepare regular procurement updates and management reports.

Experience and education

The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or another relevant field, and bring 5 to 7 years of experience in procurement or a similar role. Exposure to both facilities management and corporate procurement is preferred. Strong vendor management and negotiation experience are essential. CIPS certification, or progress toward it, is preferred. Experience using ERP or e-procurement systems such as MS Dynamics, SAP, or Oracle is also important. The role calls for strong analytical ability, organisational skills, and effective stakeholder management.