Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager (Arabic Native Speaker)

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Supervise and lead the Procurement Department, the Procurement Manager’s main priorities will be strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most economical deals and to reduce procurement expenses. Should be a supply chain and logistics expert who will specialize in implementing cost-effective deployment of all goods and services, as required by the company. Ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management..

• Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Reviewing existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Approving purchase orders and organizing and confirming delivery of goods and services.
• Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
• Overseeing and managing the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods.
• Preparing procurement reports for the top management

Minimum requirements and qualifications:

• Masters or Bachelor’s degree related to area such as Business of Economics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Purchasing & Procurement or any related field;
• Certified Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
• Minimum 10 to 15 years’ proven purchasing experience in the UAE related to Hospitality industry or experience in an integrated Private or Semi-Private Resort and Country Club or Sports Club with both Membership and Public access in a similar role
• Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer or Head of Procurement and managing supply chain operations
• Bilingual Arabic & English, Male is preferred