Procurement Assistant / Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Coordinator

We're Hiring: Procurement Assistant / Purchasing Assistant / Procurement CoordinatorLocation: United Arab Emirates (Remote)Employment Type: Part-TimeExperience Level: Mid-Level to SeniorWork Arrangement: Fully RemoteAbout UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to building efficient procurement and purchasing operations that support sustainable business growth. Our teams work closely with suppliers, finance, logistics, warehouse, and operations to ensure reliable sourcing, accurate purchasing processes, and strong supplier relationships. As a remote-first organization, we value efficiency, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.The RoleAs a Procurement Assistant / Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Coordinator, you will support daily procurement and purchasing activities, supplier coordination, purchase order management, and procurement administration. You will help ensure goods and services are sourced efficiently, orders are processed accurately, and deliveries remain aligned with operational requirements. This part-time, fully remote opportunity offers flexible working hours and collaboration with international teams.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport supplier sourcing, quotation requests, price comparisons, and purchasing activities.Prepare and process purchase orders while ensuring accurate product, pricing, quantity, and delivery information.Coordinate with suppliers regarding quotations, order confirmations, delivery schedules, and payment documentation.Maintain accurate supplier records, procurement files, purchase orders, contracts, and related documentation.Monitor purchase orders and follow up on outstanding, delayed, or incomplete deliveries.Coordinate with logistics, warehouse, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth purchasing and fulfillment.Assist with supplier onboarding, vendor evaluations, and supplier performance tracking.Compare supplier pricing and purchasing data to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.Prepare procurement reports, purchasing summaries, and KPI updates for management.Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance purchasing efficiency, supplier coordination, cost control, and procurement processes.RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.Minimum of 3+ years of professional work experience is preferred.Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing, supplier coordination, and procurement administration.Knowledge of purchase orders, quotation management, vendor communication, sourcing, inventory support, and procurement documentation.Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement platforms, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and other business management tools.Strong organizational, analytical, numerical, communication, and negotiation skills.Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify pricing, quantity, documentation, and order discrepancies.Ability to manage multiple suppliers, purchase orders, and deadlines independently in a fully remote environment.Strong coordination skills with the ability to collaborate across procurement, finance, logistics, warehouse, and operations teams.A proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to purchasing accuracy, supplier relationships, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.What We OfferFlexible part-time working hours with a fully remote work arrangement.Competitive compensation aligned with experience and responsibilities.Opportunities to contribute to procurement efficiency, supplier management, and supply chain operations.Exposure to international suppliers, modern procurement systems, and cross-functional business operations.Professional development and career growth opportunities within procurement, purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, and operations.A collaborative and inclusive remote culture that values accuracy, teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning.