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Procurement Assistant

Compile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across oman, qatar with 2 recent postings.

GCC postings
2
Active markets
2
Typical experience
1-2 years
In brief

A Procurement Assistant in the GCC region requires excel, communication, negotiation, procurement, microsoft office. Compile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Procurement Assistant earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Procurement Assistant. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
14,000
Median
21,000
75th percentile
30,500
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
  • 02Source required materials and obtain the best possible pricing
  • 03Negotiate prices and commercial terms with suppliers
  • 04Prepare and issue quotations to clients as per company guidelines
  • 05Coordinate internally to ensure timely procurement and order processing ⸻ Eligibility /
  • 06Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
  • 07Perform buying duties when necessary.
  • 08Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.
  • 09Calculate costs of orders, and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts.
  • 10Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
  • 11Approve and pay bills.
  • 12Maintain knowledge of all organizational and governmental rules affecting purchases, and provide information about these rules to organization staff members and to vendors.
Required qualifications
  • — Good English communication skills (spoken and written)
  • — Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • — Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks ⸻ Compensation &
Preferred qualifications
  • — Minimum qualification: 12th grade (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
  • — Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel knowledge is an advantage)
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

excelcommunicationnegotiationprocurementmicrosoft officesupply chainenglisherp

Preferred skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingMathematicsCritical ThinkingActive LearningMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationService OrientationComplex Problem Solving

Tools & technologies

microsoft officeexcelerpAutotaskElectronic data interchange EDI softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareIBM Maximo Asset ManagementIntuit QuickBooksInventory tracking softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Windows

Hiring companies we see

  • Accor
  • ZBT

Hired across

  • oman
  • qatar
FAQ

  • What does a Procurement Assistant do in the GCC?

    A Procurement Assistant in the GCC performs core duties related to excel, communication, negotiation, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Procurement Assistant?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 1-2 years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Procurement Assistant in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across oman, qatar, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Procurement Assistant role?

    Key skills include excel, communication, negotiation, procurement, microsoft office, supply chain, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Procurement Assistant in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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