Assistant Manager Procurement

AWR; Dubai; On-site; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-sector family business in Dubai is looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee various procurement functions. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and developing sourcing strategies across multiple categories. Ideal candidates have 5-7 years of procurement experience, a strong understanding of the UAE market, and excellent negotiation and communication skills. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to a respected organization dedicated to innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in procurement functions.
• Well-versed with the tendering process and contractual terms.
• Able to handle pressure while managing various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials and services for assigned vertical.
• Develop sourcing strategies and conduct spend analysis.
• Manage the complete tender cycle and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of commercial aspects

Communication skills

Market knowledge (UAE)

Education

University Graduate (Commerce, CIPS / IT / Marketing Background)

Tools

ORACLE ERP

YARDI ERP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Procure various category materials and services related to your assigned vertical.
• Develop hierarchies of categories for both direct and indirect expenditure that can be subjected to category management and strategic procurement activities.
• Assess the market factors and develop specific sourcing strategies for various categories.
• Consolidate the overall spend of the various categories to conduct spend analysis.
• Manage the complete tender cycle including the commercial evaluation of bids and proposals.
• Identify sources of competitive advantage and value add to enhance the procurement & supply function.
• Select the right type of contractual agreements with the vendors and subcontractors and manage the contract life cycle end to end.
• Conduct commercial negotiation of high value contracts to ensure value add.
• Manage supply risks.
• Effective management of various internal as well as external stakeholders.
• Evaluate the capabilities of ERP and other procurement systems and databases for procurement and supply activities, and make recommendations to senior managers on the development and implementation of systems.
• Working with data analytics to improve the efficiency of the procurement & supply function.
• Execute Vendor Management of the assigned category.
• Contribute to full-fill the various initiatives of the procurement function.
• Effective Team management.

Qualifications / Experience / Competencies

• University Graduate (Commerce, CIPS / IT /Marketing Background).
• 5-7 years of experience in procurement functions.
• Candidate is responsible for understanding of commercial aspects of material specifications, (having exposure to general administrative / building materials / automotive and marketing requirements).
• Well-versed with tendering process and contractual terms and condition.
• He / She should have excellent negotiating skills, knowledge of UAE market, and exposure to techno commercial aspects of local and international purchasing and to be able to work under pressure.
• Well-versed with ORACLE/ YARDI ERP and procurement sourcing software but not limited to the same.
• Good communication skills to be able to interact effectively with various senior level stakeholders.

About Us

AW Rostamani Group is a leading multi-sector family business in the Middle East, driven by a legacy of over seven decades. Its operations span across a diverse range of sectors including automotive, real estate, retail, lighting solutions, travel, logistics, agritech and sustainable packaging, the Group serves over 155,000 customers and 24,000 businesses annually, supported by a diverse team of more than 3,000 employees.

Guided by its purpose to enrich lives across generations, AW Rostamani Group is dedicated to building purposeful businesses that meaningfully impacts people, industries and the planet. By Championing innovation, sustainability, and progress, AW Rostamani Group leads transformative change - creating a future where opportunity and progress go hand in hand.

Rooted in its rich legacy and guided by its values, AW Rostamani Group continues to lead with focus on the future, nurturing partnerships and delivering excellence across its operations.