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About the Role
Nova International General Contracting is seeking an experienced Purchaser to join its Procurement Department in Abu Dhabi. The role involves executing the full purchasing cycle for civil construction projects, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of materials.
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Responsibilities
- Execute the full purchasing cycle including RFQs, quotation comparisons, and purchase order issuance
- Procure civil construction materials, equipment, and subcontract services as per project needs
- Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules
- Follow up on orders to ensure on time delivery and resolve any supply delays
- Coordinate closely with site teams, engineers, and planning teams to understand material requirements
- Support urgent site requirements and fast track procurement when needed
- Compare supplier pricing and identify cost effective solutions
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, quotations, and supplier data
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures
Requirements
- 7–10 years as a Purchaser within civil contracting companies (mandatory)
- Strong background in general contracting (civil works)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- Proven experience in purchasing construction materials and dealing with suppliers/subcontractors
- Good knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management
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Company Overview
- Nova International General Contracting is a well established UAE based company specialized in executing branded residences.
Role Overview
- We are seeking an experienced Purchaser to join its Procurement Department and support day to day procurement operations for civil construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute the full purchasing cycle including RFQs, quotation comparisons, and purchase order issuance.
- Procure civil construction materials, equipment, and subcontract services as per project needs.
- Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Follow up on orders to ensure on time delivery and resolve any supply delays.
- Coordinate closely with site teams, engineers, and planning teams to understand material requirements.
- Support urgent site requirements and fast track procurement when needed.
- Compare supplier pricing and identify cost effective solutions.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, quotations, and supplier data.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Experience: 7–10 years as a Purchaser within civil contracting companies (mandatory).
- Strong background in general contracting (civil works).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Proven experience in purchasing construction materials and dealing with suppliers/subcontractors.
- Good knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
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