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Assistant Procurement Manager

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, saudi, uae with 6 recent postings.

GCC postings
6
Active markets
3
Typical experience
5-7 years
In brief

A Assistant Procurement Manager in the GCC region requires procurement, compliance, communication, supply chain, excel. 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 Assistant Procurement Manager earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Assistant Procurement Manager. 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
  • 01Assist in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers of medical equipment, consumables, and general supplies
  • 02Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and internal procurement policies
  • 03Track deliveries, manage purchase orders, and resolve supply issues
  • 04Coordinate with clinical departments to understand procurement needs
  • 05Maintain supplier records and assist in reporting and cost
  • 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
  • — Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
  • — 7 years procurement experience, preferably in hospitals or healthcare
  • — Knowledge of medical supplies, vendor management, and healthcare compliance
  • — Proficient in ERP/procurement systems and MS Excel
  • — Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

procurementcompliancecommunicationsupply chainexcelnegotiationerpsap

Preferred skills

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Tools & technologies

excelerpsappower biAutotaskElectronic data interchange EDI softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareIBM Maximo Asset ManagementIntuit QuickBooksInventory tracking softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePoint

Hiring companies we see

  • Agile Consultants
  • Bayut KSA - بيوت السعودية
  • Global Mission Support Services LLC
  • Bayut | dubizzle

Hired across

  • oman
  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Assistant Procurement Manager do in the GCC?

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

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

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5-7 years of experience in the field.

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

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

  • What skills are needed for a Assistant Procurement Manager role?

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

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Assistant Procurement Manager 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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