Category Associate Manager

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Category Associate Manager, der verantwortlich für die strategische Beschaffung ist. In dieser Schlüsselrolle arbeiten Sie eng mit Stakeholdern zusammen, um effektive Einkaufsstrategien zu entwickeln und umzusetzen, die den Wert der Kategorien maximieren. Sie leiten ein engagiertes Team und fördern kontinuierliche Verbesserungen, während Sie gleichzeitig starke Beziehungen zu internen Kunden aufbauen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Beschaffung und Führung haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit, Teil eines dynamischen und vielfältigen Teams zu werden, das sich für Exzellenz und Innovation einsetzt.

Benefits

Positive Arbeitsumgebung

Diverse Teamkultur

Möglichkeiten zur persönlichen Entwicklung

Qualifications

• 5-6 Jahre Erfahrung im Einkauf oder Category Management.
• Mindestens 1 Jahr in einer Führungsrolle.

Responsibilities

• Implementierung von Beschaffungsstrategien auf Projektebene.
• Führung des Beschaffungsteams und Vertretung in internen Meetings.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Managementfähigkeiten

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss in Betriebswirtschaft

Berufliche Qualifikation im Einkauf (z.B. MCIPS)

Tools

SAP Ariba

Concur

Oracle

eRFx-Tools

Job description

JOB TITLE
Category Associate Manager | MAF Global Solutions | Procurement

ROLE SUMMARY

The Category Associate Manager will be responsible for delivering and executing strategic sourcing and procurement processes, supporting all operating countries and Majid Al Futtaim Operating COs. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, Category Managers, and Category Leads to develop and implement category strategies and plans that achieve goals and objectives, with a focus on driving improved and sustainable category value.

ROLE PROFILE

1. Implement sourcing strategies on a project level, ensuring compliance with legal, internal policies, good practices, and business goals.
2. Manage sourcing activities for new project development, achieving milestones and key timelines.
3. Lead the procurement team and represent them in weekly meetings with internal business clients.
4. Build strong relationships with clients.
5. Monitor the workflow of procurement team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
6. Support the team in overcoming obstacles.
7. Oversee cost reduction initiatives based on technical and commercial intelligence to improve costs.
8. Analyze spend patterns, identify cost drivers, and explore opportunities for savings.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, finance, or a related field, depending on the categories managed, along with a professional procurement qualification (e.g., MCIPS).
2. 5-6 years of experience in procurement or category management, including at least 1 year in a leadership role.
3. Preferred experience in indirect procurement.
4. Knowledge of SAP Ariba, Concur, Oracle, eRFx tools.
5. Understanding of technology related to purchasing hardware, software, professional services, tools, and solutions.
6. Strong negotiation and management skills to facilitate continuous improvement and cultural change, enabling effective plan implementation across the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Join Majid Al Futtaim in creating memorable moments and spreading happiness. With over 27 years of regional leadership, we are proud of our reputation.
• Work in a positive, friendly environment where everyone shares enthusiasm for our future.
• Be part of a diverse team of over 45,000 talented colleagues, guided by our Leadership Model.