Procurement Officer

About Venti Group: Venti Marble stands at the intersection of traditional marble craftsmanship and contemporary design innovation, offering end-to-end solutions for high-end residential and commercial spaces. The team provides expert design consultancy, bespoke marble manufacturing, and precision installation to transform interiors with lasting beauty and elegance. Collaborating closely with clients, designers, and architects, Venti Marble delivers tailored solutions that reflect both functional needs and aesthetic vision. The company values quality, attention to detail, and long-term partnerships built on reliability and exceptional service. About the Role: Procurement Officer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process for marble, natural stone, construction materials, finishing materials, tools, equipment, and general project requirements. The role requires strong knowledge of marble and stone materials, construction procurement, local and international suppliers, price negotiation, quality requirements, delivery coordination, and project-based purchasing. The successful candidate should have relevant experience in a marble, stone, construction, fit-out, or building contracting environment. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Purchasing • Manage the complete procurement cycle from purchase requisition to purchase order and delivery. • Source and procure marble, granite, natural stone, porcelain, tiles, adhesives, chemicals, and other related materials. • Procure construction and project-related materials based on approved requirements and specifications. • Identify suitable local and international suppliers based on price, quality, availability, lead time, and reliability. • Obtain and compare quotations from multiple suppliers. • Prepare comparative statements and procurement recommendations for approval. • Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and other commercial conditions. • Issue Purchase Orders in accordance with approved procedures and authority limits. • Follow up continuously with suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Marble & Stone Procurement • Develop and maintain a strong supplier network for marble, granite, limestone, travertine, quartz, engineered stone, and other natural/artificial stone products. • Understand different marble and stone types, grades, finishes, thicknesses, sizes, origins, and applications. • Coordinate procurement based on approved BOQ, material specifications, drawings, samples, and project requirements. • Source specific materials based on approved samples and project specifications. • Coordinate with suppliers regarding slabs, blocks, cut-to-size materials, fabrication, finishing, packing, and transportation. • Verify material availability and lead times before confirming project commitments. • Coordinate with the technical/project team regarding material samples and approvals. Construction & Project Procurement • Review material requirements received from the project, estimation, production, and site teams. • Coordinate procurement according to project schedules and required delivery dates. • Monitor long-lead materials and ensure timely ordering. • Coordinate with stores and site teams for material receipt and inspection. • Ensure procurement activities support project schedules and avoid material shortages or delays. • Coordinate with suppliers and logistics teams for delivery to factory, warehouse, or project sites. Supplier Management • Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and subcontractors. • Maintain an updated supplier database with contact details, product categories, pricing, and commercial terms. • Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, price, delivery, responsiveness, and service. • Negotiate improved commercial terms with existing and new suppliers. • Establish long-term relationships with strategic suppliers. • Conduct supplier comparisons and recommend suitable suppliers based on project requirements. Cost Control & Commercial Management • Ensure procurement is carried out within approved budgets. • Compare historical prices and current market prices to identify cost-saving opportunities. • Negotiate competitive rates without compromising quality and project requirements. • Maintain proper records of quotations, comparisons, purchase orders, and supplier agreements. • Identify opportunities for bulk purchasing and negotiated rates. • Support management in monitoring procurement costs and savings. Documentation & ERP / Odoo • Maintain complete and accurate procurement documentation. • Process purchase requisitions, RFQs, quotations, comparative statements, purchase orders, and delivery records. • Update procurement status and supplier information in the ERP system. • Coordinate with Finance regarding supplier invoices, payment terms, and supporting documents. • Ensure all procurement transactions are properly recorded in Odoo or the company's ERP system. • Maintain an organized digital and physical procurement filing system. Quality & Compliance • Ensure purchased materials comply with approved specifications, samples, drawings, and project requirements. • Coordinate with the Quality/Technical team where material inspection or approval is required. • Follow company procurement policies and approval procedures. • Ensure purchases are made only from approved or properly evaluated suppliers. • Report quality issues, shortages, damages, or non-conforming materials to management and suppliers. • 5-8 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within: • Marble & natural stone companies • Experience in natural stones and marble suppliers will be an advantage • Construction companies • Interior fit-out companies • Architectural finishing companies • Stone fabrication/manufacturing companies • Candidates with direct experience in marble, granite, natural stone, porcelain, tiles, or construction materials procurement will be preferred. • UAE/GCC procurement exp

5-8 years of relevant procurement experience, preferably within marble & natural stone companies, construction companies, interior fit-out companies, architectural finishing companies, stone fabrication/manufacturing companies; candidates with direct experience in marble, granite, natural stone, porcelain, tiles, or construction materials procurement will be preferred; UAE/GCC procurement experience is advantageous.