Purchaser (6-months Contract)

Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Abu Dhabi Keywords: procurement, global team, multicultural environment, continuous learning, professional development, quality standards, logistics coordination, supplier due diligence, project-driven organisation

A leading global aquaculture technology company is seeking a Purchaser for a 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension, based in Abu Dhabi. This role offers you the chance to become an integral part of a highly collaborative procurement team that operates across international borders. You will be joining a project-driven organisation renowned for its commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The position provides exposure to diverse projects and categories within the land-based fish farming industry, leveraging advanced technology. You will benefit from strong opportunities for professional development focused on ongoing learning, and the ability to influence decisions thanks to short decision-making processes. If you are passionate about procurement and thrive in multicultural environments where integrity, belonging, and progress are valued, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Work in a multicultural environment fostering global collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Enjoy strong opportunities for professional development through internal seminars and continuous learning initiatives designed to support your growth.
• Influence key decisions within a project-driven organisation that values transparency, quality standards, and compliance across all procurement activities.

What you'll do:

As a Purchaser in this global aquaculture technology company based in Abu Dhabi, you will play a pivotal role in executing procurement activities across multiple projects and categories. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve maintaining robust procurement plans using transparent reporting tools; following up on purchase orders from initial placement through final delivery; coordinating logistics for goods both locally and internationally; ensuring strict compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements; assisting sales and tender teams with supplier offers; booking logistics for cross-border shipments; collaborating with international colleagues; monitoring supplier performance; supporting internal audits; and contributing to professional development seminars. Success in this role requires meticulous attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, proactive communication with stakeholders across different countries, and a commitment to upholding quality standards at every stage of the procurement process.

• Execute procurement activities for assigned projects and categories by ensuring alignment with project requirements, budgets, and schedules while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Maintain and follow up on procurement plans using reporting and tracking tools to ensure transparency and effective progress control throughout each project lifecycle.
• Follow up purchase orders from order placement through final delivery of products or services by coordinating expediting efforts, logistics arrangements, and invoice control.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures as well as relevant regulations by conducting supplier due diligence and adhering to Transparency Act requirements.
• Assist sales and tender teams by providing supplier offers, lead times, and procurement input necessary for accurate tender calculations.
• Book and coordinate logistics of goods from suppliers to construction sites, warehouses, or other delivery points including cross-border shipments where applicable.
• Collaborate closely with international teams to share best practices in procurement processes while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations to ensure timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Support internal audits related to procurement activities by preparing documentation and responding to queries regarding compliance.

What you bring:

The ideal Purchaser brings proven experience in supply chain management or procurement within a global context. Your educational background—preferably in supply chain management, procurement or engineering—provides you with the technical foundation needed for success. You have spent 2-3 years managing purchasing activities where your negotiation skills have helped secure optimal pricing without compromising quality. Your analytic mindset enables you to evaluate supplier offers thoroughly while supporting tender calculations. Communication is one of your strengths: which allows you to collaborate seamlessly with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. You are adept at coordinating logistics—including cross-border shipments—and understand the importance of compliance through supplier due diligence processes. Your familiarity with reporting tools helps maintain transparency throughout each project’s lifecycle. Above all else, your commitment to continuous learning means you actively seek out opportunities for professional development within supportive environments.

• Relevant higher education preferably within supply chain management, procurement or engineering which equips you with foundational knowledge for this role.
• 2-3+ years’ experience in procurement or supply chain operations demonstrating your ability to manage complex purchasing activities effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills enabling you to secure favourable terms while maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.
• Analytic abilities that allow you to assess supplier offers critically and contribute valuable input during tender calculations.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written in English so you can interact confidently with international teams and suppliers.
• Experience coordinating logistics including cross-border shipments which ensures timely delivery of goods to various locations.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements such as supplier due diligence processes and relevant regulations like the Transparency Act.
• Ability to use reporting tools for tracking procurement progress which supports transparency within project-driven organisations.
• Commitment to continuous learning demonstrated by participation in internal seminars or professional development initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader in land-based salmon farming technology powered by advanced solutions. Employees enjoy working within a truly multicultural environment that spans globally; offering unparalleled opportunities for global collaboration. The company places strong emphasis on quality standards, compliance with regulations such as the Transparency Act, and continuous improvement through regular internal seminars. Short decision-making processes empower employees at all levels to influence outcomes quickly while fostering an atmosphere of belonging built on integrity and honesty. Passion drives every aspect of their work—from dedication to sustainable aquaculture practices through progressive approaches that encourage innovation. Professional development is not just encouraged but actively supported via structured learning initiatives designed around employee growth. If you value working somewhere that prioritises transparency, inclusivity, ongoing training opportunities, supportive leadership principles—and where your contributions genuinely matter—this is an exceptional place for your next career step.

What's next:

If you are ready to join a globally respected aquaculture technology company as a Purchaser in Abu Dhabi—where your expertise will be valued—apply now!

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