Description
Summary:
Seeking a Junior Admin Purchaser to support construction procurement and administrative operations, assisting with purchasing, supplier coordination, and documentation.
Highlights:
1. Support construction procurement and administrative operations
2. Assist with purchasing activities and supplier coordination
3. Familiarity with construction or contracting industry preferred
Job Description
We are looking for a **Junior Admin Purchaser** to support our construction procurement and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will assist with purchasing activities, supplier coordination, quotation collection, purchase orders, documentation, and follow\-up of material deliveries.
The candidate must have **previous work experience in Bahrain**, preferably within the **construction or contracting industry**, and should be familiar with local suppliers and purchasing practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist in daily purchasing and procurement activities for construction projects.
* Prepare Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, and other procurement documents.
* Contact suppliers to request quotations for construction materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
* Compare supplier quotations based on price, quality, availability, and delivery time.
* Follow up with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and pending materials.
* Coordinate with site engineers, project teams, warehouse, and accounts regarding material requirements.
* Maintain proper records of quotations, purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, and supplier documents.
* Assist in updating supplier and vendor databases.
* Monitor the status of purchase orders and report delays or issues to the Procurement/Purchasing Manager.
* Assist in sourcing new suppliers and obtaining competitive prices.
* Ensure procurement documents are properly filed and organized.
* Prepare basic procurement reports and Excel sheets.
* Perform general administrative and purchasing duties as assigned.
Requirements
* **1–3 years of experience** in purchasing, procurement, or administration.
* **Bahrain work experience is a MUST.**
* Previous experience in a **construction or contracting company** is highly preferred.
* Familiarity with **construction materials and local Bahrain suppliers** is an advantage.
* Good knowledge of **MS Office, particularly Excel and Word**.
* Good communication and coordination skills.
* Strong organizational and follow\-up skills.
* Detail\-oriented and willing to learn.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* **Locally available in Bahrain.**
* **Immediate joiner preferred.**
Preferred Candidate
Candidates with previous experience in **construction purchasing, procurement administration, or material coordination in Bahrain** are strongly preferred.
**Only candidates currently available in Bahrain and meeting the Bahrain experience requirement will be considered.**
Work Location: In person