Asst. Manager Procurement

National Contracting Company - UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

National Contracting Company - UAE is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to manage end-to-end sourcing for energy and transmission projects in the UAE. You will lead supplier negotiations, vendor management, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely, cost-effective deliveries.

The role requires a Engineering background, 10 years in contracting procurement, and fluency in English and Arabic. You will drive market analysis, RFQ processes, and compliance with Abu Dhabi market

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering.
• 10 years of procurement experience within contracting companies, preferably in Energy and/or Transmission & Distribution.
• Strong Abu Dhabi/UAE market experience and supplier network.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for projects and operational requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
• Procure equipment, transportation services, and project materials in line with technical and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and process RFQs, purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, project, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and Abu Dhabi market regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and vendor management strategies.
• Track procurement schedules to ensure alignment with project timelines and client requirements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers, pricing trends, and procurement opportunities.
• Coordinate import/export documentation and customs clearance processes when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.
• Assist in contract administration, including reviewing supplier agreements, variations, and claims.
• Ensure all procurement activities are aligned with project budgets and approved procurement plans.

Skills

End-to-end procurement

Supplier negotiation

Vendor management

Cross-functional coordination

Market analysis

English & Arabic

Education

Bachelor in Engineering

Job description

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for projects and operational requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, and subcontractors to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
• Procure equipment, transportation services, and project materials in line with technical and commercial requirements.
• Prepare and process RFQs, purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.
• Coordinate with engineering, project, logistics, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers and OEMs.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project specifications, and Abu Dhabi market regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and vendor management strategies.
• Track procurement schedules to ensure alignment with project timelines and client requirements.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers, pricing trends, and procurement opportunities.
• Coordinate import/export documentation and customs clearance processes when required.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation.
• Assist in contract administration, including reviewing supplier agreements, variations, and claims.
• Ensure all procurement activities are aligned with project budgets and approved procurement plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Engineering
• 10 years of procurement experience within contracting companies, preferably in Energy and/or Transmission & Distribution sectors.
• Strong Abu Dhabi/UAE market experience and supplier network.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written).