✨ AI Summary
ALJAWSAQ GENERAL TRADING is seeking a Purchasing Officer with expertise in Automotive Spare Parts. The role involves building and managing a supplier base, negotiating quotations and terms, verifying specifications, tracking shipments, and studying market demand to develop the product range. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of purchasing or sourcing experience specifically in the automotive spare parts industry, with proven negotiation skills with manufacturers. Proficiency in Excel and parts catalog systems, along with an understanding of landed cost, margins, and Incoterms, is essential. The position is full-time and based in Dubai, UAE.
We are looking for a Purchasing Officer who already knows this industry from the inside — someone who can open a supplier file, read a quotation, and tell within minutes whether the price and the specification make sense. RESPONSIBILITIES - Build and manage a supplier base of manufacturers for our target product categories - Request, compare and negotiate quotations, payment terms and delivery schedules - Verify specifications and OEM compliance before shipment, and follow up on quality after ar
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum 3 years of purchasing or sourcing experience in AUTOMOTIVE SPARE PARTS specifically. General trading or retail purchasing will not be considered.
Proven experience negotiating directly with manufacturers
Strong English. Arabic, Turkish or Mandarin is an advantage
Solid understanding of landed cost, margins and Incoterms
Confident with Excel and parts catalogue systems (TecDoc a plus)
Currently in the UAE
Description
We are looking for a Purchasing Officer who already knows this industry from the inside — someone who can open a supplier file, read a quotation, and tell within minutes whether the price and the specification make sense. RESPONSIBILITIES - Build and manage a supplier base of manufacturers for our target product categories - Request, compare and negotiate quotations, payment terms and delivery schedules - Verify specifications and OEM compliance before shipment, and follow up on quality after arrival - Track shipments and their documentation through to receipt - Study demand in target markets and develop the product range accordingly - Attend trade fairs and identify new manufacturing partners - Keep item, pricing and supplier data accurate in company systems