GRADE is a leading provider of industrial heating and refrigeration systems, delivering advanced solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Our strong presence across the MENA region and beyond reflects our commitment to building lasting, sustainable partnerships. To further strengthen our Procurement/Logistics department, we are seeking a Supply Chain Officer who will be reporting directly to the Procurement/Logistics Manager in the headquarters.
Your tasks
- Process purchase requisitions and orders for goods and services.
- Analyse purchasing needs and develop procurement plans.
- Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on project requirements.
- Prepare RFQs, evaluate bids, and negotiate pricing and delivery terms.
- Coordinate international shipments by land, sea, and air.
- Handle customs clearance, shipping documentation, and equipment re-exports.
- Prepare and process Letters of Credit (LC) and coordinate with banks.
- Manage supplier contracts, purchase orders, and delivery schedules.
- Maintain vendor databases, ERP records, and procurement reports.
- Coordinate with internal departments and regional procurement teams.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics.
- Experience managing international shipments and freight forwarding.
- Knowledge of Incoterms, customs procedures, and Letters of Credit.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
- Good analytical, reporting, and presentation skills.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and coordination skills.
- Very good command of English; Arabic is an advantage.
Additional information
Department: Procurement/Logistics
Position type: Full-time employment
Location: UAE
Company: GRADE Refrigeration LLC SP
Contact: HR department, jobs@grade-group.com