Job description

About the role

Adecco is hiring a Purchase & Sales Coordinator – Steel Industry for our client, based in UAE This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organization that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth

What you’ll be doing –

Sales Coordination

• Prepare and issue quotations
• Follow up on inquiries, negotiate pricing within approved margins, and convert leads into sales orders
• Process sales orders in ERP/system and ensure accuracy of specifications
• Coordinate with warehouse/logistics teams to ensure timely delivery
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and respond promptly to inquiries
• Track order status and provide regular updates to clients
• Support the sales team with market pricing trends and competitor analysis

Procurement Co ordination

• Source materials from approved local and international suppliers
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations based on price, quality, delivery timelines, and certifications
• Issue purchase orders and follow up on order confirmations
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Coordinate import shipments, documentation, and customs clearance where applicable
• Maintain optimal stock levels in coordination with sales forecasts
• Act as a liaison between suppliers, customers, logistics providers, and internal departments
• Resolve any order discrepancies, delays, or quality issues
• Support finance team with payment follow-ups and documentation

About you

We want to set you up for success! To help us do that, here’s what we are looking for from you:

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in steel trading (carbon steel/stainless steel preferred)
• Experience in both sales support and procurement is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UAE/GCC steel market – 2 to 3 Years

Familiarity with supplier networks in Asia, Europe, or the Middle East 

Skills

Technical Knowledge

• Strong understanding of steel products, grades (e.g., SS304, SS316, A36, API, etc.), and standards
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel)

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail, especially with technical specifications
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving mindset