Procurement Administrator – Construction

Job Description

ERA Projects is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Procurement Administrator – Construction to support purchasing and procurement activities for our construction projects. The ideal candidate should have experience in construction procurement, supplier coordination, purchase orders, material sourcing, and delivery follow-ups.

Candidates must be currently available in Bahrain and able to join immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle daily procurement and purchasing activities for construction projects.
• Receive and process purchase requisitions from project managers, engineers, and site teams.
• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs/LPOs) and requests for quotations (RFQs).
• Source construction materials, MEP materials, tools, equipment, and site consumables.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding prices, material availability, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Follow up on pending orders and ensure timely delivery of materials to construction sites.
• Maintain accurate records of suppliers, quotations, purchase orders, delivery notes, invoices, and goods receipt notes (GRNs).
• Coordinate with site engineers, storekeepers, project teams, and the accounts department to meet project requirements.
• Monitor material requirements, outstanding orders, and delivery schedules.
• Assist in supplier negotiations and maintain good working relationships with vendors.
• Prepare procurement reports, purchase registers, quotation comparison sheets, and delivery trackers.
• Ensure all procurement documents are properly maintained and filed.
• Perform other procurement and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing administration, or a similar role is required.
• Experience in the construction industry is preferred.
• Good knowledge of construction materials, MEP materials, tools, equipment, and local suppliers.
• Familiarity with purchase requisitions, RFQs, POs/LPOs, GRNs, invoices, and delivery documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience with ERP systems or procurement software is an advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple purchasing requests and meet deadlines.
• Bahrain or GCC construction experience is an advantage.
• Must be locally available in Bahrain.
• Immediate joiners are preferred.

Work Location: In person