Purchasing Manager – Drywall & Ceiling Partition Materials

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for drywall, ceiling, and partition materials (gypsum board, cement board, steel profile, T-grid, ceiling tiles, perforated boards, access panels, fasteners/screws, and metal accessories).
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international suppliers/manufacturers to secure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable lead times.
• Manage end-to-end purchase order cycle: RFQs, negotiations, contracts, order placement, and delivery tracking.
• Monitor and forecast material demand in coordination with sales, projects, and warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels and avoid shortages/overstock.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key manufacturers and freight/logistics partners for imported materials (sea/air freight, customs clearance in GCC).
• Ensure all procured materials meet ISO 9001/14001/45001 quality, safety, and environmental standards consistent with company policy.
• Track market trends, raw material pricing (steel, gypsum), and currency fluctuations to advise management on cost impacts.
• Negotiate annual supply agreements, payment terms, and volume-based discounts with vendors.
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets, cost analysis reports, and supplier performance evaluations (KPIs: on-time delivery, quality, pricing).