Junior Procurement Engineer

Junior Procurement Engineer Gradiant Industries - L.L.C - S.P.C. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 8/6/26 Procurement Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com. Role Overview Carry out procurement transactions in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Assist the Procurement manager in sourcing, procuring and expediting the receipt of materials. Support with the logistics, customs clearances and material transportation activities. Responsibilities Procurement • Independently handling sourcing of standards items and components from international and local suppliers as agreed with the Procurement Manager. • Preparation of the purchase documentation including the Purchase Order. • Coordinate with suppliers and expedite the shipment and receipt of materials as per the production plan and requirements. Ensure timely delivery of orders and maintain proper follow up with the vendor inclusive of ensuring payment schedule. • Analyse quotes and verify with engineering department regarding technical suitability. • Negotiate prices and delivery terms where applicable. • Carry out evaluation of suppliers where needed. • Ensure compliance to Procurement policies and process. • Be updated about information regarding key suppliers, stockists. • Manage and maintain good relationship with key supplier stake holders. Logistics & Store • Schedule shipping with relevant parties to develop a plan for what goods need to be shipped when and where. Ensure that all parties, including shippers, transporters, and receivers, are clear on their duties. • Coordinate and ensure proper paperwork is made available for the inbound / outbound shipping. • Comply with the requirements of the Quality and HSE Management systems. Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a technical discipline • Valid UAE driving license is desirable • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent planning & organizing skills • Excellent negotiation and analytical skills • Highly numerate • Attention to detail • Proficient with MS Office and ERP system. • Ideally 3 to 5 years’ experience in procurement role in water industry • Experience in international sourcing Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Show more Show less

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a technical discipline. Valid UAE driving license is desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent planning & organizing skills. Excellent negotiation and analytical skills. Highly numerate. Attention to detail. Proficient with MS Office and ERP system. Ideally 3 to 5 years’ experience in procurement role in water industry. Experience in international sourcing.

Procurement: Independently handling sourcing of standard items and components from international and local suppliers as agreed with the Procurement Manager. Preparation of the purchase documentation including the Purchase Order. Coordinate with suppliers and expedite the shipment and receipt of materials as per the production plan and requirements. Ensure timely delivery of orders and maintain proper follow up with the vendor inclusive of ensuring payment schedule. Analyse quotes and verify with engineering department regarding technical suitability. Negotiate prices and delivery terms where applicable. Carry out evaluation of suppliers where needed. Ensure compliance to Procurement policies and process. Be updated about information regarding key suppliers, stockists. Manage and maintain good relationship with key supplier stakeholders. Logistics & Store: Schedule shipping with relevant parties to develop a plan for what goods need to be shipped when and where. Ensure that all parties, including shippers, transporters, and receivers, are clear on their duties. Coordinate and ensure proper paperwork is made available for the inbound / outbound shipping. Comply with the requirements of the Quality and HSE Management systems.