OF THE ROLE
As Purchasing Executive, you will be responsible to manage and execute operational purchasing tasks as delegated by the Purchasing Manager in line with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, principles, guidelines, and procedures for Indirect Materials (IM) in close cooperation with local stakeholders and GP in support of the company’s business targets.
This position is based in Dubai and reports to the Purchasing Manager of Jotun UAE.
Responsibilities:
Identify and plan the requirement for designated Indirect Materials (IM) categories based on close dialogue with relevant user departments.
Source, select, and approve suppliers for designated IM categories in close cooperation with relevant user departments (including supplier audits when relevant)
Support user departments in ensuring optimal IM specifications are in place.
Ensure the best possible agreements for designated IM categories, according to the purchasing objectives, by following the Tactical Purchasing Process and utilizing relevant contract formats (including frame agreements, etc.)
Implement and follow up global or regional agreements as and when relevant for the company.
Place and follow up orders in Matrix based on agreements/contracts when relevant and execute invoice control according to company guidelines.
Implement the Category Management Concept for selected IM categories.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in relevant field.
1 to 3 years of relevant work experience in Purchasing.
Mechanical Engineering background is a plus.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
Competencies:
Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
We Offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. (L.L.C.)
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
14.07.2026
WHO WE ARE
Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. (LLC), established in 1974, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. Jotun’s business in the countries of Bahrain and Kuwait are also part of Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. and function as its branches. With a production facility, 3 warehouses and more than 400 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.
Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!
Jotun is one of the leading paint manufacturers in the world. With a wide range of products within interior decoration and exterior protection, the Jotun logo can be found in more than 100 countries.
The company was founded in Sandefjord, Norway in 1926. The fonder Odd Gleditsch Sr. had witnessed whaling boats rusting away in the Antarctic. He quickly discovered the penguins; these caring creatures that overcame the toughest weather conditions. The penguin soon became Jotun’s official symbol and ambassador of the company’s values: Loyalty, Care, Respect, and Boldness.
Almost a century later, our mission remains the same: “Jotun Protects Property”. Jotun has grown into a multi-national company widely renown for high-quality paints and coatings. The Jotun Group consists of 67 companies and 40 production facilities across the world, and the more than 10.200 employees are united by a strong company culture, The Penguin Spirit.
For more information, visit our company site at www.jotun.com or our career site at jotun.com/career
