Procurement Specialist

Role Description The Procurement Specialist role is a part-time, hybrid position based in Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with some work from home flexibility. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement activities, including preparing and processing purchase orders, coordinating with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, and ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services. The Procurement Specialist will evaluate and maintain supplier relationships, support contract negotiations, and monitor supplier performance to align with the firm’s quality and compliance standards. Day-to-day tasks include maintaining accurate procurement records, tracking deliveries, analyzing spending patterns, and recommending improvements to procurement processes and policies. The role also requires collaboration with finance and operations teams to ensure alignment with budget, regulatory, and risk management considerations.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement skills, including experience with end-to-end Procurement processes and policies.
• Ability to prepare, process, and manage Purchase Orders accurately and efficiently.
• Experience in Supplier Evaluation, including assessing reliability, quality, pricing, and compliance.
• Proficiency in Contract Negotiation to secure favorable terms while managing risk and ensuring regulatory alignment.
• Solid Analytical Skills for evaluating costs, supplier performance, and procurement data to support decision-making.
• Relevant experience in financial services, professional services, or a similarly regulated environment is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a hybrid setup.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.