Purchasing/Procurement Officer – Doha, Qatar

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Purchasing/Procurement Officer to buy goods and services necessary for our business. You will have the opportunity to raise profits by making high‑quality, cost‑effective purchases.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies.
• Track and report functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
• Forecast price and market trends to identify shifts in buyer‑supplier power.
• Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate procurement risks.
• Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
• Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.
• Monitor and forecast upcoming demand levels.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years experience in procurement, preferably in facilities or property management.
• Knowledge of Middle East procurement markets and extensive contacts.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
• Strong project management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and networking skills.
• Comfortable with data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.