Job Title: Procurement officer
Company Name: Caliberly
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Mode: On-site
Date Posted: 31 July 2026
Job Description / Role:
We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Procurement Officer (Civil Construction) to manage the procurement of construction materials, equipment, subcontractor services, and project-related requirements. The role is responsible for ensuring timely sourcing, competitive pricing, vendor management, and cost-effective procurement while supporting project schedules and maintaining compliance with company procurement policies. Experience in UAE civil construction and strong knowledge of local suppliers and market rates are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure civil construction materials, equipment, machinery, and subcontractor services.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.
- Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, quality, technical compliance, and delivery schedules.
- Ensure timely procurement to meet project timelines and operational requirements.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with reliable suppliers and subcontractors.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or service.
- Maintain an updated supplier database and approved vendor list.
- Work closely with project managers, site engineers, planning teams, and quantity surveyors to understand procurement requirements.
- Coordinate material deliveries to ensure uninterrupted construction activities.
- Monitor procurement schedules and proactively address supply chain risks.
- Support project teams with technical and commercial procurement requirements.
- Analyze supplier quotations and recommend cost-effective purchasing solutions.
- Support value engineering initiatives without compromising quality or project specifications.
- Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Assist in preparing procurement reports, purchase analyses, and cost comparisons.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, purchase orders, and supplier documentation.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project specifications, and contractual obligations.
- Support internal and external audits by maintaining complete procurement documentation.
- Monitor contract renewals and supplier agreements.
- Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely receipt and distribution of materials.
- Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning.
- Verify delivered materials against purchase orders and approved specifications.
- Resolve discrepancies related to deliveries, invoices, and supplier claims.
- Prepare procurement status reports, vendor performance reports, and purchasing dashboards.
- Monitor procurement KPIs and recommend process improvements.
- Stay updated on market trends, material pricing, and supplier capabilities.
- Support digital procurement initiatives and ERP system enhancements.
Experience Required:
- 4–8 years of procurement experience within the UAE civil construction or general contracting industry.
Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Skills Required:
- Construction procurement and sourcing
- Vendor evaluation and supplier management
- Contract negotiation
- Cost analysis and value engineering
- Purchase order and contract administration
- Knowledge of civil construction materials
- ERP and procurement systems
- Inventory and logistics coordination
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Employment / Job Type: Full Time
Benefits: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, Opportunity to work on large-scale civil construction projects, Professional and collaborative work environment, Career growth and continuous professional development, Exposure to complex procurement operations and strategic sourcing initiatives
About the Company:
Dubai based recruitment and human resources consultancy supporting employers across the UAE and wider Gulf with permanent, contract, and executive hiring. Coverage includes information technology, engineering, construction, healthcare, hospitality, finance, sales, and retail. Services span candidate sourcing, screening, interview management, salary benchmarking, and onboarding, with live vacancies listed on its own careers portal.
Company Industry: Construction
Department / Functional Area: Procurement
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates may apply by submitting their resume/CV through the official Caliberly career website.
