Country Procurement Manager

KONE Middle East UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the UAE is looking for a Country Procurement Manager to oversee procurement operations across the UAE and nearby regions. This role involves driving cost optimization, managing supplier relationships, and leading a procurement team while coordinating with local business units. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related fields, extensive experience in procurement, and strong leadership skills. A collaborative work culture is promoted with a focus on sustainability and employee engagement.

Benefits

Career and personal development opportunities

Collaborative working culture

Focus on employee well-being

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience.
• Familiarity with local procurement laws and supplier networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities within the UAE and other countries.
• Drive cost optimization and supplier performance.
• Supervise the procurement team and coordinate with local operations.

Skills

Supply chain management

Strong people management skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Additional qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Procurement

Tools

Supplier management systems

Contract management tools

Job description

KONE certified as a Top Employer in UAE Qatar KSA and Oman is committed to creating a better work environment through excellent people practices. We prioritize our employees wellbeing and foster a workplace that values collaboration diversity growth and efficiency.

Role Overview

The Country Procurement Manager leads and oversees procurement activities within the UAE Qatar Bahrain Oman Kuwait and distributor countries. This position requires close coordination with local business operations and alignment with the Procurement leads of the relevant units. The role focuses on implementing global or area-based procurement strategies managing supplier selection and negotiations and driving supplier performance and relationship management. Reporting to the Head of Procurement for the Middle East Africa and Turkey the Country Procurement Manager this role involves coaching stakeholders on spend optimization and ensuring alignment with broader Procurement objectives and strategies.

Key Responsibilities and Activities

Leadership and Coordination

• Act as a key counterpart to other business functions in the country.
• Represent Procurement in crossfunctional teams and country management forums.
• Supervise the Procurement team for the abovespecified countries.

Strategic and Operational Management

• Drive the availability quality and cost optimization of materials and services.
• Facilitate crossfunctional cost management steering in the country.
• Address local procurement requirements and align them with area procurement strategies.

Supplier Management

• Act as a contract owner for selected suppliers.
• Handle escalated supplier issues.
• Manage supplier selection tendering negotiation and relationship management.

Implementation and Optimization

• Implement global and area category plans at the country level.
• Coach stakeholders on spend optimization and cost management strategies.

Educational and Language Requirements

• Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field.
• Additional qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Procurement are advantageous.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential.

Professional and Technical Skills

• Strong supply market knowledge in the relevant area of spend.
• Proficiency in supplier tendering negotiation and contract management.
• Familiarity with supplier performance quality management and relationship management.
• Knowledge of relevant technologies and systems in procurement.

Experience Requirements

• 815 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with local procurement laws and supplier networks is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience working in an international/multinational environment is an advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strong people management skills.
• Effective stakeholder management abilities.
• Expertise in change management processes.
• Strategic and analytical mindset for cost optimization.

Are you ready to take on a dynamic leadership role

We encourage you to apply if you meet the qualifications and are passionate about driving cost efficiency and supplier excellence.

At KONE we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where coworkers trust and respect eachother and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.