Assistant Purchaser

Job DescriptionWe offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.About UsVacancy: Assistant PurchaserAre you organized, analytical, and passionate about procurement and supply chain management?Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, negotiation, and collaboration drive results?Damen Shipyards Group, established in 1927, is a 100% Dutch family-owned international organization comprising 34 shipbuilding and repair yards. With a workforce of over 12,000 employees worldwide, the Group operates through a divisional structure consisting of seven divisions and a central holding company.Damen Middle East Shared Services Limited, based in the United Arab Emirates, forms part of Damen Global Support. The entity provides specialized support services to the various divisions of the Damen Shipyards Group in key areas such as Finance, Audit, Legal, and Compliance.Purpose of the Role The Assistant Purchaser supports the procurement of non-product-related goods and services (e.g., facility services, IT, office supplies, consultancy, training) in accordance with internal procedures and project needs. The role focuses on administrative and operational procurement tasks, contributing to timely and accurate purchasing processes while developing procurement knowledge and skills.Position in the Organization Department: Procurement NPRReports to: Manager Procurement and Category Manager or Senior PurchaserWorks closely with: Internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, IT, Facility Management, Finance) and suppliers.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation and processing of purchase orders in the ERP system.Request and collect quotations from suppliers.Assist in comparing offers and preparing evaluations.Drafting of contracts.Follow up on order confirmations and delivery schedules.Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.Support supplier communication and coordination.Assist in monitoring delivery performance and reporting issues.Assist in contract management.Contribute to the maintenance of supplier and item master data.Learn and apply procurement procedures and compliance requirements.Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement team. Qualifications And ExperienceA bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Logistics, Procurement) or equivalent professional ability.Relevant procurement education.5 -7 years of experience in a procurement role.Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel).Interest in procurement and supply chain processes.Proficient in English (written and verbal); Dutch is preferred. Core Competencies Customer orientationTeamworkAccuracy and attention to detailWillingness to learnQuality orientation Job-Specific Competencies Administrative efficiencyCommunication skillsInitiativeOrganizational awarenessProcess disciplineJob DetailsRole Level: Mid-Level Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Company Website: https://www.damen.com Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics Company Industry/Sector: ShipbuildingWhat We OfferAbout The CompanySearching, interviewing and hiring are all part of the professional life. The TALENTMATE Portal idea is to fill and help professionals doing one of them by bringing together the requisites under One Roof. Whether you're hunting for your Next Job Opportunity or Looking for Potential Employers, we're here to lend you a Helping Hand.ReportDisclaimer: talentmate.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at abuse@talentmate.com.