About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever worked behind the scenes to make a construction site hum with activity — not a brick missing, not a deadline missed? That’s the impact a great Procurement Officer has. We’re searching for someone with a sharp eye, a head for numbers, and the drive to source the right materials at the right time, every time. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make a tangible difference in dynamic construction projects right here in Ajman, you might be the person we’re looking for.
About the Company
Welcome to Office 204 in Apricot Tower, Al Liwan — a place where blueprints become buildings, and every team member plays a core role in that transformation. We’re a close-knit bunch with a common goal: building exceptional spaces across Ajman and beyond. Our culture values initiative, communication, and the quick-thinking resourcefulness that construction demands. (Coffee-fueled brainstorms and friendly debates about vendor quality? Fairly standard around here.) We’re growing, and every new team member helps shape our trajectory.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Sourcing and evaluating suppliers, negotiating terms, and building strong vendor relationships.
- Procuring construction materials, equipment, and services to meet evolving project needs and tight timelines.
- Coordinating with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to forecast upcoming requirements and manage just-in-time deliveries.
- Ensuring all procurement activities align with budgets, quality standards, and company policies.
- Maintaining thorough documentation on quotations, purchase orders, supplier agreements, and delivery schedules.
- Troubleshooting supply chain hiccups — finding alternatives with speed when the unexpected occurs.
- Staying up to date with market trends and changing supplier landscapes to ensure the best value and reliability.
- Collaborating closely across the team (and occasionally rescuing the morning with a surprise pastry run).
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles within the construction sector.
- Solid negotiation and communication skills — you’re comfortable getting on the phone, sending a quick WhatsApp, or meeting face to face.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when juggling multiple suppliers and urgent requests.
- Strong working knowledge of sourcing platforms, procurement software, and Microsoft Office tools.
- A proactive mindset with the flexibility to adapt to fast-changing project requirements.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Familiarity with local suppliers and regulations in Ajman or the UAE construction industry.
- Experience handling international shipments or customs documentation.
- Diploma or degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive compensation plus annual performance bonus opportunities.
- Supportive team culture where your ideas actually shape how we work.
- Exposure to a wide variety of construction projects and supplier networks — never a dull day.
- Office in the heart of Al Liwan, with access to great facilities (and plenty of lunch options).
- Advancement potential as our projects — and your experience — grow.
- Regular team-building activities and a management team that believes in celebrating every win, big or small.
Here, your work ensures that the gears of construction keep turning smoothly. If you enjoy putting your organizational superpowers to the test and being a valued part of a passionate team, this could be your next great move.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your process for sourcing and evaluating new suppliers for a construction project with tight deadlines?
- Tell us about a time you had to troubleshoot an unexpected supply chain disruption. How did you resolve it, and what was the outcome?
- How do you ensure procurement activities stay within project budgets while still meeting quality and delivery requirements?
- What experience do you have using procurement or sourcing platforms, and are there any software tools you prefer for managing suppliers and purchase orders?
- In your role, how have you balanced just-in-time deliveries with fluctuating project schedules on active construction sites?
- Describe a particularly challenging negotiation with a vendor. How did you approach it, and what was the result?
- Have you had to handle customs or international shipments for construction materials? If so, what complexities did you encounter and how did you address them?
- What steps do you take to stay up to date with market trends and changing supplier landscapes in the construction industry?
- Give an example of a time you had to quickly adapt your procurement strategy due to last-minute project scope changes.
- How do you organize and maintain documentation such as quotations, purchase orders, and supplier agreements to ensure nothing falls through the cracks?
- Our company relies on strong communication between procurement, site supervisors, and project managers. How would you foster effective collaboration among these teams?
- In your view, what makes vendor relationships successful over the long term, especially in a fast-paced, team-driven environment like ours?
- How have you contributed to a positive and supportive team culture in previous roles? What does a great workplace look like to you?
- Sometimes your colleagues might describe our office as both energetic and a little chaotic. How do you stay motivated and productive in this kind of environment?