Procurement Officer

at  American University In the Emirates AUE

The American University in the Emirates is looking for an excellent Procurement Officer to join its team. The Procurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the procurement process for goods and services necessary for maintaining the university’s facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited university
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) is preferred
• Preferably bilingual (Arabic and English)

EXPERIENCE

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience

  Skills / Training / Knowledge

• Excellent working knowledge with Procurement proceses, policies, and procedures.

• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective liasing skills with other departments and vendors.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Request, reviews, and recommend supplier quotations and proposals
• Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions; maintain supplier relationships
• Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and price lists
• Work with several departments / colleges to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements
• If goods are damaged, then contacts the supplier company to make necessary claims
• Assist in the development of specifications for equipment, materials and services to be purchased
• Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty and damages if any.
• Oversee the university snack vending machine and ensuring that it meets quality standards.
• Reconcile inconsistencies in a professional manner.
• Maintains files appropriate to the activities of the unit, such as invoices, order number, receiving date, shipping date, etc.
• Prepare timely reports for the department
• Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices