Country Procurement Manager

KONE Middle East UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE Middle East is seeking a Country Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities across the UAE and neighboring regions. This role involves strategic management of supplier relationships, cost optimization, and collaboration with various business functions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in procurement, leadership experience, and a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Join KONE to contribute to a collaborative and innovative workplace focused on employee wellbeing and growth.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across multiple countries.
• Manage supplier selection, tendering, negotiation, and relationship management.
• Drive cost optimization and supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost optimization

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Additional qualifications in Supply Chain Management or Procurement

Tools

Procurement technologies

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 procurement activities within the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and distributor countries. This role requires close coordination with local business operations and alignment with the Procurement leads of relevant units. The focus is 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 also coaches stakeholders on spend optimization and ensures alignment with broader procurement objectives and strategies.

Key Responsibilities and Activities:

1. Leadership and Coordination:

• Act as a key counterpart to other business functions in the country.
• Represent Procurement in cross-functional teams and country management forums.
• Supervise the procurement team for the specified countries.

Strategic and Operational Management:

• Drive the availability, quality, and cost optimization of materials and services.
• Facilitate cross-functional 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.

Are you the one?

Educational and Language Requirements:

• Bachelor's 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 procurement technologies and systems.

Experience Requirements:

• 8-15 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 in an international/multinational environment is advantageous.

Core Competencies:

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

Join us:

If you're ready to take on a dynamic leadership role in procurement within a global organization and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We value driving cost efficiency and supplier excellence.

At KONE, we focus on creating an innovative and collaborative culture where every individual's contribution is valued. Employee engagement, sustainability, ethical business practices, and mutual trust are core to our culture. We offer diverse opportunities to help you achieve your career and personal goals while maintaining a healthy, balanced life.

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